Wholesale Oat Tops, Whole (Organic)

Bulk Herbs: Oat Tops (Organic) Avena sativa Size: 1 oz package Format: Cut Plant Part: Whole Oat Tops Farming: Organic Also known as: Avena sativa, Oats, Common Oats, Groats, Oatmeal, and sometimes referred to as "avena." Origin: USA A. sativa is a grass with erect stems and long, blade-like leaves. Its flowers consist of inconspicuous spikelets, each floret containing 3 stamens, and a feathery stigma. This floret matures into the oat that is edible, and at the immature stage, exudes a white milky substance (referred to as 'milky oats') and is harvested for its nutritive value. The whole plant is referred to as 'oatstraw.' Oats are believed to be descended from A. sterilis, a wild oat in the Fertile Crescent, along the North African coast, and the Southern coast of the Iberian Peninsula. Oats have been cultivated since ancient Roman times as horse feed. The British emigrants introduced oats to North America in the 17th century and they have been cultivated here ever since. Today, most cultivated oats are baled and sold as feed; however, much is grown for food as well, and will continue to be cultivated in ever-larger quantities as its health benefits become more widely known. Active Compounds: avenanthramides (antioxidants), silica, calcium, magnesium, and beta-glucans. Actions: Laxative, Purgative, Astringent, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue Indications: Oatstraw is a deeply nourishing, mineral-rich herb primarily used as a nervine tonic to rebuild the nervous system, reduce stress, and alleviate anxiety. It is rich in calcium and silica, promoting bone health and strengthening hair/nails, while also acting as an anti-inflammatory and helping balance blood sugar. Precautions: There is a potential for cross-contamination with gluten, which may cause celiac disease or rare allergic reactions. Those with disorders of the digestive tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, should avoid oat products. Digestive problems that could extend the length of time it takes for your food to be digested could allow oats to block your intestine. Herbal Magick: Oatstraw is a powerful magical herb associated with prosperity, fertility, and deep emotional stability, often used to attract abundance and foster growth. Linked to Venus and the Earth element, it acts as a gentle, nourishing tonic for the nervous system and is used in rituals to encourage prosperity, money magic, and personal growth. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease; it is for educational purposes only.