Milk Thistle Seed Whole

Botanical Name: Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)

Common Name:

• English: Silybum marianum, commonly known as St. Mary's thistle, is a plant species native to the Mediterranean region.
• Known also as:The plant known as milk thistle is also referred to by various names including artichnuat sauvage, blessed thistle, cardo blanco, and others. These synonyms are used in different languages and regions to describe the same species.

Habitat:

Origin: Ukraine

Harvested:  Cultivated

Parts Used:  Seed & Hull                                                          

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This plant has a tall, slender habit similar to the Cotton Thistle, with deeply lobed leaves that have wavy margins and spiny tips. The leaves are a deep green colour with white veins and can often be found growing in hedge banks, waste ground, and areas around buildings, leading some experts to question its native status. It is relatively rare in Scotland.

The heads of this thistle were formerly edible, often boiled like artichoke heads. According to tradition, the white veins on its leaves are said to have originated from the Virgin's milk that once fell upon a plant, earning it the name Our Lady's Thistle and reflecting the Latin species name. The Marian or Milk Thistle is considered one of the most significant medicinal members of this genus.

How to use:   

To prepare a decoction, combine 1 tablespoon of dried herbs with 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30-60 minutes. Strain the liquid and press out as much of it as possible before serving.

Tips:

• Herbal teas can be sweetened using small amounts of honey, natural fruit juices, stevia leaf powder, or licorice root powder.

Precautions: 

Before using this herbal product, please consult a qualified healthcare professional if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication.

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