Milk Thistle Seed – Cut & Sifted Organic Dried Herb
Silybum marianum
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) is an annual or biennial flowering herb from the Asteraceae family, native to the Mediterranean region and now naturalized throughout North and South America, Europe, and Australia. The plant is identified by its distinctive spiny leaves with white veining, large conical flower heads, and purple-red blooms. The seeds (achenes) are the primary botanical ingredient, rich in silymarin — a group of naturally occurring flavonoids. Milk Thistle seed has been used in traditional European botanical preparations for centuries and is a common ingredient in herbal teas and botanical blends. Also known as Holy Thistle, Mary Thistle, and Our Lady's Thistle.
Botanical Identity: Botanical Name: Silybum marianum Common Name: Milk Thistle, Holy Thistle, Mary Thistle Plant Part: Seed Form: Cut & Sifted Organic Dried Herb Size: 1 oz (28.3g)
Common Uses: Milk Thistle seeds can be brewed as a herbal tea, incorporated into seed blends and salads, or used in botanical tinctures and extracts.
Caution: Avoid if you have a known allergy to plants in the Asteraceae family (including ragweed). Consult a healthcare practitioner if taking medications metabolized by liver enzymes.
Natural Botanical Variation: Color and character may vary slightly between batches. This is normal for dried seed botanicals.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep tightly sealed when not in use.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
