{"product_id":"alkaline-herb-blue-vervain-powder-4-oz","title":"Alkaline Herb Blue Vervain Powder - 4 oz","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlkaline 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne ingredient: pure blue vervain powder (Verbena hastata), nothing added\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic or wildcrafted, sourced from the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilled fine powder—quick to prepare, no steeping and straining required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctly bitter taste; traditionally taken as a small herbal shot rather than a full cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used for herbal tea, tinctures, salves, lotions, ointments and soaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStir 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlkaline Herb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs blue vervain the same as lemon verbena?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much blue vervain powder is in each bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach bag contains 4 ounces of milled blue vervain powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does blue vervain taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this powder be used for other preparations besides tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Blue vervain powder can traditionally be made into tinctures and used in salves, lotions, ointments and soaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is blue vervain the same as lemon verbena?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"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.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How much blue vervain powder is in each bag?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Each bag contains 4 ounces of milled blue vervain powder.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does blue vervain taste like?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"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.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can this powder be used for other preparations besides tea?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. Blue vervain powder can traditionally be made into tinctures and used in salves, lotions, ointments and soaps.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Alkaline Herb","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67649975943422,"sku":"P-081802","price":54.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/3652\/0190\/files\/41JFWxdn74L.jpg?v=1790941728","url":"https:\/\/vitaminnorth.com\/products\/alkaline-herb-blue-vervain-powder-4-oz","provider":"VitaminNorth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}