Bloodroot - Whole root

Bloodroot, Sanguinaria canadensis, Plant Family: Papaveraceae, Bloodroot is a small plant native to eastern North America. A highly prized herb,  used in medicinal teas, medicinal tinctures and natural dye. Possibly a promising herb in the fight against cancer, although lack of clinical trials and studies has slowed its progress in the pharmaceutical arena.  The use of this plant by Native Americans goes back hundreds of years.  It is found growing best in high nutrient, moist, well-drained soils in partial to full shade. The Bloodroot flower is an indicator that spring is here! It is one of the first wild flowers to emerge in the spring with a single, showy, white flower about 2" round. The flower is short lived and usually appears for only a day or two.  Native Americans used Bloodroot as a dye for clothing, baskets, and war paint. The tradition of using the root as a dye is still practiced by many naturalists, nature lovers, and the curious. The Root is CAUSTIC AND POISONOUS if ing