NY Spice Shop Poke Root Cut & Shifted - Dried Bulk Herb Roots Phytolacca Americana Pokeweed Plant for Herbal Tea & Tinctures - 8 Ounce
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NY Spice Shop Poke Root Cut & Shifted - Dried Bulk Herb Roots Phytolacca Americana Pokeweed Plant for Herbal Tea & Tinctures - 8 Ounce
HERBAL INFUSION (EXTERNAL USE ONLY) - Traditionally, poke root has been steeped in hot water to create an infusion used externally in compresses and poultices. It’s not advised for internal consumption due to its potent nature.
FLAVORING AGENT (IN HISTORICAL PRACTICES) - In old folk recipes, extremely minute amounts of poke root were sometimes added to flavor vinegar-based pickling liquids or broths, always with careful preparation to reduce toxicity. This is not a recommended modern use.
NATURAL DYE IN CULINARY DÉCOR - Poke berries (not the root) were historically used to add color to food decorations, but the root can also produce a mild dye for non-edible kitchen applications, like dyeing napkins or wooden utensils.
HERBAL OIL PREPARATION (EXTERNAL USE) - The cut and sifted root can be infused into oils for external massage blends, believed traditionally to ease joint discomfort or skin irritations.
HERBAL EDUCATION & RECIPE RESEARCH - Some herbalists and culinary historians keep poke root on hand for educational demonstrations, teaching about traditional Appalachian or Native American herbal practices (not for direct consumption).