Wild Lettuce Herb, c/s (Lactuca virosa)

Description: Grassroots Herb Supply is committed to providing the highest quality, all natural dried herbs. We never use toxic pesticides, chemicals, fertilizers or any harmful additives during the growing, harvesting and drying process.Botanical Name: Lactuca virosaCommon Names: Lettuce OpiumOrigin: Location may vary. Please contact us for most up to date information.Lactuca virosa is the tall, wild cousin of the common lettuce with bright yellow flowers, serrated leaves, and a stem that emits a white latex when broken. Wild lettuce is a biennial and member of the Asteraceae family, cultivated in Europe and naturalized throughout North America. Wild lettuce herb has been used for centuries in traditional folk herbalism and is known for its bitter and nervine qualities. Wild lettuce leaf and stem are typically tinctured or steeped as wild lettuce tea.Wild lettuce is not a vegetable but actually a woodland member of the sunflower family. The common name "lettuce opium", as it was known in the earlier official pharmacopoeias, refers to the potent milky latex produced by the stems and leaves.NOTE: The information above has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. It is for educational purposes only. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Due to FDA regulations, Grassroots Herb Supply, LLC is unable to provide dosage information or any medical advice. Please consult with a licensed healthcare professional for more information.

Price: 6.95 USD

Location: Dade City, Florida

End Time: 2024-08-12T19:17:43.000Z

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