{"id":1010455609459,"title":"Yucca Root - Wildharvested","handle":"yucca-root-wildharvested","description":"In many poor countries, the yucca is used as a survival crop. The crop can grow in desert-like conditions, and is a vital source of food in areas where other crops have difficulty growing. In some countries, yucca is considered a dietary staple. The plant is eaten steamed or boiled, and is a great source of carbohydrates and contains Vitamins A, B, and C. \n\nThe yucca root has many health benefits. The plant contains something called saponins, chemical compounds that are helpful to the human body. A saponin can be used to reduce muscle spasms and is an effective for inflammation.\n\n\n\nYucca is a succulent that grows throughout the southern United States. Native Tribes of the Southwest use the yucca's leaves to make soaps, shampoos and other hygiene related items, including dental floss. In South America, the yucca root is regarded as a staple crop and is extensively cultivated. It is a very starchy vegetable and is similar to a potato. This vegetable is commonly grown and consumed in places like Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and other parts of Latin America. \n\nPacked Fresh To Order In Our Flavor Savor Foil Bags! Florida Herb House guarantees the best herbs and spices all year round!\n\nAlthough there are several species of this plant, it is easily identified by its long, spiky leaves, which resemble those of the aloe plant. \n\nParts Used\nRoot\n\nTypical Preparations\nUsually in tea, capsules and as an extract.\n\nPrecautions\nYucca appears to be safe from what we have learned.\n","published_at":"2018-06-18T11:59:46-04:00","created_at":"2018-06-18T11:59:46-04:00","vendor":"vendor-unknown","type":"Roots","tags":[],"price":599,"price_min":599,"price_max":1699,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":10707333447795,"title":"4 oz. (1\/4 lb.)","option1":"4 oz. (1\/4 lb.)","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"449-01","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Yucca Root - Wildharvested - 4 oz. (1\/4 lb.)","public_title":"4 oz. (1\/4 lb.)","options":["4 oz. (1\/4 lb.)"],"price":599,"weight":136,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":""},{"id":10707333480563,"title":"16 oz. (1 lb.)","option1":"16 oz. (1 lb.)","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"449-02","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Yucca Root - Wildharvested - 16 oz. (1 lb.)","public_title":"16 oz. (1 lb.)","options":["16 oz. (1 lb.)"],"price":1699,"weight":544,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/2617\/5347\/products\/yu.jpg?v=1532452824"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/2617\/5347\/products\/yu.jpg?v=1532452824","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":906039787635,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.725,"height":171,"width":295,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/2617\/5347\/products\/yu.jpg?v=1569109612"},"aspect_ratio":1.725,"height":171,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/2617\/5347\/products\/yu.jpg?v=1569109612","width":295}],"content":"In many poor countries, the yucca is used as a survival crop. The crop can grow in desert-like conditions, and is a vital source of food in areas where other crops have difficulty growing. In some countries, yucca is considered a dietary staple. The plant is eaten steamed or boiled, and is a great source of carbohydrates and contains Vitamins A, B, and C. \n\nThe yucca root has many health benefits. The plant contains something called saponins, chemical compounds that are helpful to the human body. A saponin can be used to reduce muscle spasms and is an effective for inflammation.\n\n\n\nYucca is a succulent that grows throughout the southern United States. Native Tribes of the Southwest use the yucca's leaves to make soaps, shampoos and other hygiene related items, including dental floss. In South America, the yucca root is regarded as a staple crop and is extensively cultivated. It is a very starchy vegetable and is similar to a potato. This vegetable is commonly grown and consumed in places like Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and other parts of Latin America. \n\nPacked Fresh To Order In Our Flavor Savor Foil Bags! Florida Herb House guarantees the best herbs and spices all year round!\n\nAlthough there are several species of this plant, it is easily identified by its long, spiky leaves, which resemble those of the aloe plant. \n\nParts Used\nRoot\n\nTypical Preparations\nUsually in tea, capsules and as an extract.\n\nPrecautions\nYucca appears to be safe from what we have learned.\n"}