Acorus Calamus
Calamus Root / Acorus Calamus / Sweet Flag Root / Organic Dried Bulk Herbs / Calamus Rhizome
Origin: Bulgaria
Botanical Name: Acorus Calamus
Other Names: Sweet Sledge, Sweet Myrtle, Sweet Flag
Calamus root, also known as sweet flag or Acorus Calamus, is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in wetlands and marshy areas. Acorus Calamus is native to India, central Asia, southern Russia and Siberia, and perhaps Eastern Europe. It also grows in China and Japan. Calamus root has a distinctive sweet, spicy, and slightly bitter aroma. Calamus root can be consumed in various forms, including as a tea, tincture, or powder.
Usage: Boil water in a pot. Add the 2 teaspoons calamus root pieces to the boiling water. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the tea steep for about 10-15 minutes. After steeping, strain the tea to remove the calamus root pieces.
Traditional Use
Calamus (sweet flag) grows along rivers and in marshes, and its aromatic root has been valued in Europe and Asia for centuries. It is traditionally used:
- As a bitter tonic to stimulate appetite and support digestion
- In traditional bitters and herbal liqueurs
- In incense, potpourri and scented sachets
Harvest & Character
Dried pieces of the rhizome with a warm, spicy, slightly bitter aroma.
Please note: A potent herb: use only small amounts for short periods. Calamus contains beta-asarone; it is not permitted as a food ingredient in the United States. Not for pregnancy, breastfeeding or children.
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