Did you know that you can also use the leaves of this plant?" Mika further explained: "Burdock root, known scientifically as arctium lappa, is commonly used in traditional medicine and herbal ...

Drain in colander. 3. When burdock is no longer piping hot, place two to three pieces on cutting board. Lightly tap the root ends with a pestle to break apart the flesh. Cut into 3 to 4 cm lengths.

The common name burdock comes from two separate roots: bur (a hooked seed) and dock (a type of leafy sorrel plant). This ...