Product Description
Bayberry Root Bark
The shrub from which we obtain Bayberry Root Bark, which grows along the Atlantic coast of North Americafrom the Maritime Provinces of Canada to the Florida Keys as well as swampland throughout the Southeast, is
known by numerous aliases. In addition to its scientific name, Myrica cerifera, it also goes by wax myrtle,
candleberry, and arbre à suif, or "tallow tree." The name fits, as the berries provide a form of wax that is
actually used in candlemaking.
Of greater interest to those who buy organic bulk herbs however is the bark itself. Gathered in November and
Of greater interest to those who buy organic bulk herbs however is the bark itself. Gathered in November and
early December, Bayberry Root Bark is removed from the trunk and branches by heating the roots, which is
then used to make bulk dried herbs for sale.
Dried Myrica cerifera bark is one of the earliest natural herbs that American physicians studied and wrote
Dried Myrica cerifera bark is one of the earliest natural herbs that American physicians studied and wrote
about.
Common Names
Bayberry, American bayberry, bayberry wax tree,
myrtle, wax myrtle
Botanical Name:Myrica cerifera
Origin:United States
SKU:201040-31
