{"product_id":"organic-astragalus-root-cut-sifted-herb-018","title":"Organic Astragalus Root Cut \u0026 Sifted — Astragalus membranaceus — Cut \u0026 Sifted Root (16 oz (1 lb))","description":"\u003cp\u003eCultivated for four full growing seasons before autumn harvest, Astragalus membranaceus root is prized in traditional Chinese botanical preparation for its sweet, warming character and fibrous yellow core. Our sulfur-free cut is ideal for long-simmered broths and decoctions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Identity: \u003cem\u003eAstragalus membranaceus\u003c\/em\u003e (Fabaceae (Pea Family)) — 100% Latin binomial verified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Part \u0026amp; Preparation: Cut \u0026amp; Sifted Root — Certified Organic 4-year Astragalus membranaceus root, fibrous sweet yellow core, 1\/4-inch cut \u0026amp; sifted or sliced, sulfur-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet Weight \/ Standard Unit: 16 oz (1 lb) packed in food-grade light- and moisture-barrier apothecary packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Cultivation Standard: USA \/ Imported Verified — Certified Organic (USDA NOP Compliant).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Purity Assurance: Third-Party Lab Tested (Identity, Microbial \u0026amp; Heavy Metals COA); non-irradiated, zero synthetic fillers, carriers, or preservatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Slow Decoction: Place 1 tablespoon of cut root, bark, or mushroom slices in 10 oz cold filtered water. Bring to a gentle covered simmer for 20–30 minutes (or steep cold overnight for mucilaginous roots like Marshmallow), then strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*These statements have not been reviewed by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apothecary Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67808664191154,"sku":"HERB-018","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/3792\/0434\/files\/HERB-018.png?v=1793067056","url":"https:\/\/apothecarysupply.com\/products\/organic-astragalus-root-cut-sifted-herb-018","provider":"Apothecary Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}