{"product_id":"gentian-root","title":"Gentian Root (Gentiana lutea) — Bulk Dried Herb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGentian Root \u003cem\u003e(Gentiana lutea)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGentian root holds the distinction of being one of the most intensely bitter substances known in the plant kingdom — a quality that has made it the defining botanical of the European bitter tradition and a cornerstone of Western herbalism for over two thousand years. The large, stately Yellow Gentian is a perennial of Alpine meadows and mountain pastures, whose deep, fleshy roots have been harvested and traded across Europe since antiquity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Gentian root is ethically sourced and cut and sifted to preserve its full botanical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentiana lutea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentianaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentian, Yellow Gentian, Great Yellow Gentian, Bitterwort, Felwort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root and rhizome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut \u0026amp; Sifted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e European Alps and mountain regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale to dark brown fibrous root pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy, slightly sweet initially, then intensely bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most bitter substances in the plant kingdom; intensely and persistently bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGentiana lutea is a robust perennial that grows to 1.5 meters in height, native to the mountain meadows and pastures of central and southern Europe, from the Pyrenees and Alps through the Apennines and Balkans to the Carpathians. It produces large, oval, blue-green leaves with prominent parallel veins and whorls of bright yellow star-shaped flowers in summer. The plant grows slowly and does not flower until it is 7–10 years old, after which it may live for 50 years or more. Its large, fleshy taproot — which can reach 1 meter in length and weigh several kilograms — is the part used botanically. The genus Gentiana is named for Gentius, the ancient Illyrian king credited by Pliny with discovering the plant's properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGentian root has been documented in Western botanical literature since the time of Dioscorides and appears in virtually every major European herbal from the medieval period onward. It was a primary ingredient in the famous Theriac — the ancient universal antidote — and has been used in European digestive bitter preparations for centuries. It remains the defining ingredient in numerous traditional European digestive liqueurs including Angostura bitters, Suze, and Magen David, and is listed in the pharmacopoeias of numerous European countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Preparations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer a small amount in water for 10–15 minutes; use sparingly due to extreme bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinctures:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic preparation; used in small amounts as a digestive bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBitters Formulas:\u003c\/strong\u003e The foundational ingredient in traditional European digestive bitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs with Ginger, Orange Peel, and Cardamom in digestive formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\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 Gentian root maintains its quality for 2–3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as a botanical ingredient for educational, culinary, and traditional use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those with gastric ulcers or high blood pressure. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are nursing, taking medications, or have a health condition.\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":51584055640363,"sku":"SQ1402873","price":7.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/3333\/0731\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_1c631fa3-91ca-419a-82e6-8d0d24fd9866.png?v=1764892484","url":"https:\/\/twin-dragons.com\/products\/gentian-root","provider":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}