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Rhubarb root powder is milled from Rheum officinale, a plant in the buckwheat family native to China. While the leaves of the plant are potentially toxic die to a high concentration of oxalates, the root is one of the most widely used herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support digestive health. The powder also lends astringent qualities to topical formulations.
| origin | China |
| active compounds | Anthraquinones, glucogallin, gallic acid, catechol, epicatechin-gallate, rutin, vitamins A, B complex, C, calcium, chlorine, copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, zinc. |
| plant part used | root |
| processing | powder |
| storage tips | Keep in a sealed container away from high light, heat and humidity. |
| appearance & aroma | Yellowish-brown powder with a pungent aroma. |
| flavor profile | Rhubarb root powder is not usually used for culinary purposes because of its bitter flavor. However, it can be prepared as tea, alone or in combination with other bitter herbs. |
| cosmetic | Infuse rhubarb root powder in oil for use in making soaps, salves, ointments, lotions and creams, or in alcohol to produce facial tones. The powder can also be mixed with water for form a paste for topical use. |
| wellness | Encapsulate rhubarb root powder as a dietary supplement. The powder may also be tinctured. |
| safety | Rhubarb root powder is safe for most people, but it should not be taken in large doses are longer than a few weeks. Long-term use may lead to potassium deficiency and bone loss. This herb should not ne used if there is a history of kidney stones or kidney disease, liver disorders, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis) or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). |
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