{"product_id":"herbs-turkey-rhubarb-root-organic","title":"Herbs - Turkey Rhubarb Root | Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurkey rhubarb is an Asian relative of the spring vegetable most Americans are familiar with. Like common garden rhubarb, the leaves of this species also naturally contain oxalic acid, which makes them potentially toxic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe root, however, has been harvested for more than four millennia. Native to northwest China and Tibet, its cultivation and use spread throughout India, where the herb is considered significant in Ayurveda. Turkey rhubarb was established in Europe during the Renaissance period, proceeding into Asia Minor. As European settlers traveled to America and continued westward, they included the highly valued Turkey rhubarb rootstock among their limited supplies to ensure their survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Look — Information at a Glance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eApproximate Cups per Pound: 3\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: USA, Turkey\u003cbr\u003ePlant Part Used: Root\u003cbr\u003eProcessing: Cut and sifted\u003cbr\u003eAgriculture: Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStoring — General Guidelines and Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a sealed container in a cool place free of bright light and humidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Aroma\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoody without significant aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetic\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInfuse in alcohol or witch hazel to make topical ointments and liniments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay be prepared as tea, alone or in combination with other herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use during pregnancy or while nursing. This herb is not recommended for people with a history of arthritis or gout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBitter due to anthraquinone compounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rise Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56301492535668,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4941\/0164\/files\/herbs_Turkey_Rhubarb.jpg?v=1791583294","url":"https:\/\/riseapothecary.com\/products\/herbs-turkey-rhubarb-root-organic","provider":"Rise Apothecary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}