{"product_id":"boneset-herb","title":"Boneset Herb (Eupatorium perfoliatum) — Bulk Dried Herb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBoneset Herb \u003cem\u003e(Eupatorium perfoliatum)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoneset is one of the most distinctly North American of all botanical herbs — a tall, robust perennial of the daisy family that grows in moist meadows, stream banks, and woodland edges across eastern North America. Its unusual perfoliate leaves — which appear to be pierced by the stem — make it one of the most visually distinctive plants in the North American flora, and its long history of use among Native American peoples and 19th century Eclectic physicians makes it a cornerstone of American botanical heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Boneset is certified organic, cut and sifted from the aerial parts harvested at peak flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eupatorium perfoliatum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asteraceae (Daisy family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boneset, Thoroughwort, Agueweed, Feverwort, Sweating Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerial parts (leaves and flowering tops)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut \u0026amp; Sifted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried green herb with distinctive paired, perfoliate leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mildly aromatic, slightly bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely bitter, slightly aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEupatorium perfoliatum is a coarse, hairy perennial that grows to 1.5 meters in height, found throughout eastern North America from Nova Scotia to Florida and westward to the Great Plains. Its most distinctive feature is its perfoliate leaves — opposite leaves whose bases are fused around the stem, giving the appearance that the stem grows through a single leaf. The plant produces flat-topped clusters of small white flowers in late summer and early autumn, which are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators. The common name “Boneset” is believed to derive from its traditional use during outbreaks of “break-bone fever” (dengue fever), where it was used to ease the severe body aches associated with the illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoneset was one of the most widely used botanicals among Native American peoples of eastern North America, with documented use among the Iroquois, Cherokee, Menominee, Ojibwe, and many other nations. It was adopted enthusiastically by 19th century Eclectic physicians in North America, who considered it one of their most important botanical medicines and used it extensively during influenza and fever epidemics. It appears prominently in the writings of Eclectic physicians including John King and Harvey Felter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Preparations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep 1 teaspoon of dried herb in hot water for 10–15 minutes (note: intensely bitter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinctures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-suited for alcohol extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally combined with Elder flower, Yarrow, and Peppermint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Identity Verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ethically Sourced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Small Batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ No Additives or Fillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place. Properly stored, dried Boneset maintains its quality for 1–2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as a botanical ingredient for educational and traditional use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a health condition. Those with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae family should use with caution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery purchase supports Twin Dragons Botanical Institute’s mission of botanical conservation, responsible sourcing, and the preservation of plant knowledge for future generations.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51584055935275,"sku":"SQ4277477","price":6.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/3333\/0731\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_45a518b3-33da-4a32-9d70-0f798644db99.png?v=1764895339","url":"https:\/\/twin-dragons.com\/products\/boneset-herb","provider":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}