Slippery Elm - Whole - Ulmus rubra

Ulmus rubra is a large deciduous tree native to eastern regions of North America. Belonging to the Ulmaceae family, slippery elm is distinguished by its inner bark, which develops a naturally smooth and mucilaginous consistency when combined with water. Our Slippery Elm Whole consists of the inner bark of organically cultivated Ulmus rubra.

Slippery elm has a long history of traditional use among Indigenous North American communities. The inner bark was valued for its versatile applications and was incorporated into food preparations, topical uses, and soothing herbal beverages.

The inner bark is typically gathered from branches during spring and dried for later preparation. When mixed with water, it develops a characteristic slippery texture, making it a unique botanical ingredient for traditional preparations.

Suggested Uses

Whole Slippery Elm can be prepared as:

• Herbal teas and infusions
• Mucilaginous botanical drinks
• Traditional herbal formulations
• Topical preparations
• Liquid extracts
• Encapsulated preparations
• Culinary preparations such as porridges

Its distinctive texture makes it particularly useful in preparations where a naturally soothing, thick consistency is desired.

Precautions

Slippery Elm should be taken with at least 250 mL (8 oz) of liquid. It may slow the absorption of orally administered medications, so medicines should be taken at least one hour before or several hours after consuming slippery elm. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have an underlying health condition.