Alkaline Herb Blue Vervain Powder - 4 oz
Alkaline Herb Blue Vervain Powder - 4 oz
Product details
Alkaline Herb Blue Vervain Powder is a single-ingredient herbal product containing 4 ounces of finely milled blue vervain from the USA. This North American wildflower herb can be prepared as a tea, made into tinctures, or used in salves and other preparations.
Key Features
- One ingredient: pure blue vervain powder (Verbena hastata), nothing added
- Organic or wildcrafted, sourced from the USA
- Milled fine powder—quick to prepare, no steeping and straining required
- Distinctly bitter taste; traditionally taken as a small herbal shot rather than a full cup
- Can be used for herbal tea, tinctures, salves, lotions, ointments and soaps
How to Use
Stir a quarter to a half teaspoon into 4 fl oz of boiling water. Mix well, cover and steep 2 to 3 minutes, then drink. Start with a quarter teaspoon as powder is more concentrated than cut herb. Stir again before drinking as powder settles. Store tightly closed in a dry place between 59 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Not for use during pregnancy or nursing, not recommended for anyone under 18, and individuals with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use.
Who Is It For
This product suits herbalists and those interested in traditional herbal preparations. It is not suitable for pregnant or nursing mothers, individuals under 18, or those with known medical conditions without consulting a physician first.
Product Details
| Brand | Alkaline Herb |
|---|---|
| Form | Powder |
| Size | 4 oz |
Frequently asked questions
Is blue vervain the same as lemon verbena?
No. Blue vervain (Verbena hastata) is a different plant with a bitter taste. Lemon verbena has a citrus scent and is not the same plant. Blue vervain is also distinct from cedron.
How much blue vervain powder is in each bag?
Each bag contains 4 ounces of milled blue vervain powder.
What does blue vervain taste like?
Blue vervain has a distinctly bitter, green and slightly grassy taste, with the bitterness at the back rather than the front. Most people take it as a small shot rather than a full cup.
Can this powder be used for other preparations besides tea?
Yes. Blue vervain powder can traditionally be made into tinctures and used in salves, lotions, ointments and soaps.