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Chaparral

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Category: Herbs & Spices

Chaparral — Larrea tridentata, also called Creosote Bush — is one of the most ancient and powerful plants in North American traditional medicine. Growing in the Mojave, Sonoran, and Chihuahuan deserts, Chaparral is one of the oldest living plants on earth — some individual plants are estimated to be over 11,000 years old — making it a true living link to ancient North American plant medicine traditions.

Native American tribes of the American Southwest, including the Pima, Papago, Yavapai, and Navajo, used Chaparral extensively in their traditional medicine for centuries. It was one of the most important medicinal plants in desert Southwest indigenous healing traditions. Today it remains respected in traditional herbal medicine for its powerful antioxidant properties — its active compound NDGA is one of the most potent antioxidants found in any plant.

11,000 years old. One of the most potent antioxidants in nature.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Use in small amounts and consult a knowledgeable practitioner.

Customer Reviews (4.0 / 5 · 1 review)

David U. ★★★★☆

The resin smell is strong and exactly what I expected from wild-harvested creosote bush. I've been making a tea with it in the evenings, though the taste is bitter enough that I add honey. Solid quality, just brace yourself for the flavor.