Rubia Tinctorum
Madder Root | Rubia Tinctorum | Madder Root Chopped | Dyer's madder | Organic Herb
Origin: Bulgaria
Botanical Name: Rubia Tinctorum
Common Names: Rose madder, Common madder, Dyer's madder, Krapp, Robbia.(French) Garance.
Rubia tinctorum is a herbaceous perennial plant species belonging to the bedstraw and coffee family Rubiaceae. Madder is primarily known for its use as a natural dye. The roots of the plant contain compounds, such as alizarin and purpurin, which produce various shades of red, from pale pink to deep burgundy.
Usage: Steep 1 teaspoon of the root in 250 ml of cold water for 8 hours. Strain, then pour 250 ml of boiling water over the same root and let it infuse for 15 minutes. Strain again. Combine the cold and hot infusions.
Traditional Use
Madder is one of the oldest dye plants in the world; its red root has coloured textiles since ancient Egypt and was also used in Balkan folk herbalism. It is traditionally used:
- As a natural dye, giving beautiful shades of red, pink and orange to wool, silk and cotton
- Historically, in folk herbalism to support the kidneys and urinary system
Harvest & Character
Dug in autumn from 3–4-year-old plants. Dried roots, yellowish-red outside and bright red inside, with a slightly bitter taste.
Please note: Toxic: not for internal use without medical supervision. Not for pregnancy, breastfeeding or children. Keep away from children and pets.
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