Milk Thistle Seeds Loose Herbal Tea 20g-4.9kg Silybum Marianum Origin : European Union. Scientific Name:Silybum Μarianum. Silybum marianum is an annual in the Asteraceae family that grows three to seven feet tall with lettuce-like leaves and spikey, purple flowers. The plant has been used for centuries as a food and for its healthful properties. Milk thistle seed has a long tradition of use in western herbalism and is typically decocted as milk thistle tea. It can also be powdered for tinctures or encapsulated. Milk thistle has been revered for thousands of years as an effective herb. However, early on all parts of the plant were used for a variety of purposes. The leaves were extensively utilized and often eaten as a vegetable. It helps in the good functioning and detoxification of the liver. How it is used:The seeds as a decoction: simmer half a teaspoon of dry seeds in a cup of water for 15-20′. We drink 3 times a day. You can also put them in the blender to break them up and then boil them for 5-10′.The seeds can also be eaten (if chewed well or ground in a blender) Disclaimer: These statements and products have not been evaluated by the FDA. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. If you have a health concern or condition, consult your doctor. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet or using any new product.