Sarsaparilla Root

An herbaceous perennial with large, fleshy, horizontal, creeping roots from which grows a large solitary compound leaf. The leaves are twice-divided, each 3 divisions has 3-5 toothed, oval leaflets. The flower stem comes from a naked root, 1 foot high, terminating in 3 small, many-flowered greenish umbels. Found in eastern and central U.S. in moist woods. The root tea is used as a pleasant tasting beverage for a spring tonic. It is a carminative, diaphoretic, diuretic & tonic. UPC: 084783018049. Origin(s): India, Mexico. Latin Name(s): Smilax medica, Hemidesmus indicus. Also known as: Catbriers, greenbriers, prickly-ivys, Smilax aristolochiifolia, false sarsaparilla. Plant Part(s) Used: Root. Appearance: Brown to light brown. Aroma: Vanilla-like. Taste: Slightly sweet, vanilla-like. GMO Status: Non-GMO.Allergen: None.Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.Applications / Preparations: Can be put into capsules, teas, beverages or infused as an herbal extract. For aromatic