Alkanet Root Cut & Sifted Alkanna tinctoria, 1 lb,(Starwest Botanicals) Alkanet root or batchia canescens is well known for its pigmentation properties. Dried herbs like alkanet root are primarily used for dying wood, fabrics, and the like. The whole root of the batschia canescens is ground and then mixed with other products or oils to color them. As far as organic herbs go this is one of the most sought after for its coloring property. Organic bulk herbs like batchia canescens need to be ground to use it as a powder. It is used in soaps, lotions, and make up products across the world. Origin: India Kosher Certified Some organic herbs like alkanet root are also said to be used in oils, incense and candles and used to bring luck with money or even ward off bad luck in general. Whatever your use for our bulk wholesale herbs we promise that they have been certified as organic. We have a variety of quality bulk herbs, not just our alkanet root. Features: Botanical Name: Alkanna tinctoria Origin: Pakistan Wildcrafted 1 pound Wildcrafted cut & sifted Alkanet Root Product Details: Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces UPC: 767963080660 California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning. Item model number: TRTD6815