BURDOCK ROOT (Arctium lappa)

💧Organic Burdock Root Tincture

Our human-grade, certified organic tinctures give you a ready-to-absorb potent source of phytonutrients at the highest-strength available, for immediate absorption straight into the bloodstream and to the body’s cells.

• Arctium lappa
• Root
• Decocted 1:3 35%
• Organic Cultivated

~ Feed Guide - burdock root tincture for horses

• 6ml/100kg bodyweight, daily in feed.
• Our tinctures come in a heat-sealed, twin-neck, child-resistant HDPE plastic dosing bottle, complete with dosing chamber. ♻️ HDPE is recyclable and low-impact - aligned with our sustainability ethos.

🌿Organic Dried Burdock Root

Grown, harvested and dried without the use of agri-chemicals, non-irradiated and GMO free - see our Quality page for Quality Management & Certification Documents.

• Arctium lappa
• Root, Cut
• Organic Cultivated
• Origin Poland

~ Feed Guide - dried burdock root for horses

• 5g/100kg bodyweight per day, i.e. 25g for a 500kg horse.
• Want a scoop? You can add a scoop to your basket during checkout.
• ♻️Supplied in a 100% fully recylable, resealable, food-grade foil pouch for freshness.

Functional Nutritional Value

Constituents: Polysaccharides (inulin), lignans (arctigenin, diarctigenin, and arctiin), terpenes (ursolic acid and arctiopicrin), flavonoids (quercetin, quercetin, and luteolin), sterols (sitosterol-beta-D-glucopyranoside and beta sitosterol), fatty acids (linolenic acid), acetylenic compounds, phenolic compounds (caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, tannin), thiophenes (lappaphene-A and arctinal), amino acids (aspartic acid and arginine), vitamins (B1, B2, C, and A), and minerals (potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, sodium, zinc, copper, phosphorus).

• Laboratory tested for identification and compliance to the British and European Pharmacopoeia standards.
• Human grade.
• Please be aware that if you're purchasing our dried botanicals for human use, our dried range is cut to appropriate sizes for feeding to horses.
• ♻️ Eco Note: Our packaging is recyclable and refillable.
• 🧊 Storage Tip: Keep cool and dry.

Contraindications:

• Pregnancy and lactation: Avoid due to limited safety data and mild uterine-spasmolytic activity observed in vivo (Barnes, 2007).
• Concurrent diuretic medication: Not advised when synthetic diuretics are in use, as additive effects may alter fluid or electrolyte balance (EMA, 2010).

Cautions:

• May increase urinary output - ensure adequate hydration is maintained.
• Do not exceed the recommended dose, as high doses may cause mild digestive looseness.

Burdock has a reputation as one of the greatest blood purifiers on the planet - but it’s also a kitchen staple in parts of the world and, of course, a familiar burr-sticker to anyone who’s brushed past it on a country walk.

Those prickly burrs that cling to coats, socks, and - most memorably, our long-haired border collie - aren’t just annoying, they’re ingenious: nature’s own Velcro, spreading burdock seeds far and wide. (Fun trivia: burdock was once even used to treat rabid dog bites!)

The plant behind the burrs

The main species used in herbalism is Arctium lappa - lappa likely coming from a word meaning “to seize,” a nod to those clingy burrs. But beneath the sticky exterior lies a deeply valued herbal ally.

Modern herbalism describes burdock as:

• Alterative – a gentle “blood cleanser” that helps the body shed metabolic waste
• Diuretic – encouraging healthy kidney and urinary function
• Antilithic – helping prevent kidney stones

It’s also famed for soothing chronic skin issues like eczema, acne, and psoriasis by addressing internal imbalances - what herbalists call 'kidney markers.'

A food as well as a medicine

In the Far East, burdock root ( gobo in Japan) has been eaten for over 1,000 years. Its crisp, slightly sweet, mildly pungent flavour makes it a favourite in soups, stir-fries, and braised dishes. Japanese cooks often shred it with carrot and simmer it with soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil - a delicious, earthy side dish.

Burdock root is rich in inulin, a prebiotic fibre that feeds healthy gut bacteria, supports digestion, and gently tones the digestive system thanks to its mild bitter edge.

Deep roots in history

The Greeks called burdock arkeion - Dioscorides mentioned it in De Materia Medica , recommending it with pine kernels to “help spitters of blood and corrupt matter.” He also used burdock root pulp for soothing sore joints and leaves for old ulcers.

Even Saint Hildegard von Bingen weighed in during the 12th century, dismissing the root but recommending a warm wine decoction of the leaves to help expel urinary stones.

The gentle detoxer

One of nature’s most trusted, time-tested blood cleansers, burdock root is the quintessential alterative - a slow, steady cleanser that nourishes as it detoxifies. Perfect for a spring clean or long-term metabolic reset protocols.