{"product_id":"pelargonium-sidoides-root","title":"Pelargonium Sidoides Root","description":"\u003cp\u003ePelargonium sidoides root comes from a small medicinal pelargonium with a long history in traditional medicine. The dark red-brown root of \u003cem\u003ePelargonium sidoides\u003c\/em\u003e is cut and dried for simmering into an earthy, astringent brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor the colder months:\u003c\/strong\u003e traditionally taken through winter as a simmered brew, and well known to herbalists today.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe right pelargonium:\u003c\/strong\u003e sometimes called black pelargonium for its almost black flowers, and a different plant from garden geraniums and rose geranium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut for simmering:\u003c\/strong\u003e the tough, fibrous pieces give far more to a gentle simmer than to a quick steep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarthy and astringent:\u003c\/strong\u003e the root is rich in tannins, which give it a dry finish that's easy to soften with honey or a sweeter herb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-single js-acc-single\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-single-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"content-uses\" class=\"accordion-single-title label collapsible-trigger collapsible-trigger-btn collapsible-trigger-btn--borders collapsible--auto-height\" type=\"button\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"collapsible-trigger__layout\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content collapsible-content--all\" id=\"content-uses\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner rte\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFor pelargonium tea, simmer about a teaspoon of the cut root in a cup of water for 10 to 15 minutes, then strain. It's usually taken for short stretches of a week or two rather than every day, all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOn its own the taste is earthy and quite dry, so it's often softened with something sweeter. Try simmering it with a slice of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dried-ginger-root\"\u003eGinger Root\u003c\/a\u003e or a few pieces of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dried-licorice-root-tea\"\u003eLicorice Root Tea\u003c\/a\u003e, or add a spoonful of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dried-elderberries\"\u003eElderberries\u003c\/a\u003e to the pot for colour and a fruity note. A little honey stirred in once it has cooled slightly works too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eStore it in an airtight jar away from heat and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-single-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"content-notes\" class=\"accordion-single-title label collapsible-trigger collapsible-trigger-btn collapsible-trigger-btn--borders collapsible--auto-height\" type=\"button\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"collapsible-trigger__layout\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content collapsible-content--all\" id=\"content-notes\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner rte\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003ePelargoniums and geraniums get mixed up all the time. \u003cem\u003ePelargonium sidoides\u003c\/em\u003e is a low, tufted plant with velvety, heart-shaped, silvery-green leaves and small flowers so dark they look almost black, and it's the thick red-brown root that's used. Garden geranium roots aren't a substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe plant behind the root remedy went unidentified for decades, until researchers traced it to \u003cem\u003ePelargonium sidoides\u003c\/em\u003e and a close relative in 1977.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003ePelargoniums are on the toxic plant lists for cats and dogs, so store the root where pets can't get to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRare liver reactions have been reported, so stop and see a doctor if your skin or eyes turn yellow. Avoid in pregnancy or breastfeeding, and ask your doctor first if on blood thinners. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"herbcottage","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":49249147519076,"sku":"so-pelargonium-sidoides-root-50g","price":17.6,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":49249147551844,"sku":"so-pelargonium-sidoides-root-200g","price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0039\/7780\/5924\/files\/pelargonium-sidoides-root.jpg?v=1789345471","url":"https:\/\/www.herbcottage.com.au\/products\/pelargonium-sidoides-root","provider":"Mudbrick Herb Cottage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}