Quassia Wood Chips - FREE SHIPPING (Quassia amara) 1 oz to 1 lb

Description

Quassia wood bark is considered to be one of the most bitter naturally occurring substances known. Its properties are due to the presence of active compounds & bitter principles (beta-sitosterol, isoparain, malic acid & quassialactol). The bark is decocted or used to produce extracts and tinctures. Quassia is a common ingredient in herbal bitters.
Uses:
- Use as an ingredient in extracts & tinctures.
- Use as an insect repellant with an infusion from quassia wood.
- Use as an ingredient in herbal bitters.
- Has been used to prevent disease in apple trees.
Origin: Mexico
Active compounds: Alkaloids, Coumarin, Quassin, Quassinoid bitter principles, Vit. B-1
Other names: Jamaican quassia, Bitterwood
Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dark place.
The information contained in this listing is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis or treatment by a licensed physician. It is not meant to cover all possible precautions, drug interactions, circumstances or adverse effects. You should seek prompt medical care for any health issues and consult your doctor before using alternative medicine or making a change to your regimen.
Packaged in a resealable plastic bag.