Cut elecampane root (Inula Helenium). Also known as Horse-heal, elf dock, scabwort, velvet dock.
Can be used in the preparation of teas and herbal blends.
TEA TASTE: The taste of elecampane root tea is quite unique. It has a distinctly earthy and woody flavor, with hints of bitterness. Some people also note a slightly spicy or pungent undertone, similar to that of ginger. When sweetened with honey, it can have a more pleasant and milder taste.
CULINARY USES: Flavouring agent - The roots of elecampane are used to flavor foods, particularly liqueurs and desserts. They impart a slightly bitter and aromatic taste.
