Description
Description: Bloodroot is a popular natural red dye used by Native American artists, historically it was often used in tinctures and extracts to treats a variety of ailments.
Bloodroot has one large basal leaf, up to 12 cm across, with 5-9 lobes. The leaves and flowers sprout from a reddish rhizome with bright orange sap that grows at or slightly below the soil surface.
Botanical Name: Sanguinaria canadensis
Common Names: Bloodwort, redroot, red puccoon, pauson, tetterwort
Medicinal Part: Root
Safety Guidelines: Should not be used during pregnancy