Elecampane (lnula helenium Radix) goes by many names. These include old herb, helenium, noble root or intestinal root, depending on which region you are in. The plant is native to Asia Minor and the Near East. Nowadays, however, it is widespread in Europe, Asia and Africa and prefers to grow in sunny meadows and on the banks of streams.
Ingredients
The plant has been used as a medicinal herb since ancient times. The roots are mainly used for this purpose. The rhizome is dug up, thoroughly cleaned and then dried.
The ingredients include bitter substances and tannins. The roots also contain essential oils and inulin..