Ashwagandha Root

Ashwagandha has historically been used for people who are overworked and often hyper-tense. This herb is in the nightshade family, but it lacks the poisonous attributes. Ashwagandha has typically been found in India. UPC: 084783000136.Origin(s): India. Latin Name(s): Withania somnifera. Also known as: Winter cherry, Indian ginseng, Ashvagandha. Plant Part(s) Used: Root. Appearance: Cream to brown. Aroma: Sweet, Root-like. Taste: Sweet, slightly bitter, astringent. GMO Status: Non-GMO.Allergen: None.Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.Applications / Preparations: Dried roots cut and sifted for tea, powdered and added to formulas, tinctured, or encapsulated. In Indian cuisine, ashwagandha is often blended with honey or ghee (clarified butter) and sometimes other herbs to produce a seasoning called churna, which is added to soups, stews and rice and vegetable dishes. Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.  Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an e