Madder Rhizomes

Madder Rubia Tinctorum – also called Turkey Red

The roots of this ancient plant are rich in red alizarin and are the source of a strong red dye. The uniforms of the British Red Coats were dyed with madder root. It is a perennial plant growing to a height of approximately 100cm. It has slender, jointed stems which are covered with short prickly leaves. The flowers are small green/yellow and bell shaped. In the late autumn the seeds turn black and dry out to resemble black peppercorns. Madder can be propagated from seed, root and shoot divisions.

10 madder rhizomes EACH 4 – 6 INCHES IN LENGTH approx weight 400g.