{"product_id":"cleavers-galium-aparine-cut-sifted","title":"Cleavers, Cut \u0026 Sifted (Wildcrafted)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCleavers has a way of making itself known — those sticky, velcro-like stems that cling to your clothes on a summer walk are the same plant that traditional herbalists have relied on for centuries as one of the most gentle and effective lymphatic herbs in the Western materia medica. Known by many names — goosegrass, sticky willy, catchweed — Galium aparine has a long history of use across European, Native American, and Ayurvedic traditions, prized above all for its affinity for the lymphatic system and the body's fluid pathways. It grows wild in hedgerows, forest edges, and disturbed ground across North America and Europe, and it has never needed a farm to thrive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur cleavers are wildcrafted cut and sifted aerial parts — harvested from wild-growing plants at peak spring potency and carefully dried to preserve their delicate active constituents. Mild and slightly grassy in flavor, with a gentle, almost watery quality that reflects their traditional role as a cooling, cleansing herb. Wildcrafted cleavers carry the full vitality of their natural habitat — something a cultivated crop rarely replicates. And for a plant that grows as prolifically and freely as cleavers, wildcrafted is simply the most honest form it comes in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTraditionally Used to Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLymphatic system support\u003c\/strong\u003e — cleavers' most celebrated traditional use; long regarded as one of the premier lymphatic herbs in Western herbalism; traditionally used to support healthy lymph flow, reduce lymphatic congestion, and support swollen or sluggish lymph nodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrinary tract and kidney support\u003c\/strong\u003e — a classic diuretic herb in traditional European medicine; traditionally used to support healthy urine flow, soothe the urinary tract, and assist the kidneys in their natural filtering function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin wellness support\u003c\/strong\u003e — traditionally used internally and topically to support clear, healthy skin; a classic herb for skin conditions associated with lymphatic sluggishness in traditional herbal practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle cleansing and detoxification support\u003c\/strong\u003e — traditionally used as a spring cleansing herb to support the body's natural elimination pathways, particularly the lymphatic system, kidneys, and skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooling and anti-inflammatory support\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cooling herb in traditional energetics; traditionally used to support the body's healthy inflammatory response, particularly in conditions associated with heat and fluid stagnation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold infusion (preferred method):\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleavers are best prepared as a cold infusion to preserve their delicate mucilaginous and cooling constituents, which can be diminished by heat. Place 2–3 teaspoons of cut and sifted cleavers in 8–12 oz of cold or room-temperature water. Allow to infuse for 4–8 hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Strain and drink. Mild and slightly grassy — pairs well with a squeeze of lemon or a few fresh mint leaves. This is the traditional preparation most aligned with cleavers' classic use as a lymphatic and urinary herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hot infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e If a cold infusion isn't practical, cleavers can also be prepared as a standard herbal tea. Steep 1–2 teaspoons in 8 oz of just-boiled water for 10–15 minutes, covered. Strain and enjoy. The cold method is preferred, but a gentle hot infusion is a reasonable alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlending:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs beautifully with red clover for lymphatic and skin support, nettle for a comprehensive spring cleansing blend, dandelion leaf for urinary and kidney support, or violet leaf for a gentle cooling lymphatic formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Properly stored, cut and sifted cleavers retain their potency for 1–2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant or nursing, or if you are taking diuretic medications. Those with kidney disease should consult their provider before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildcrafted. Cut and sifted aerial parts. No fillers, additives, or artificial ingredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bald Hill Botanicals \u0026 Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"1\/2 Ounce","offer_id":44188348186667,"sku":"SH-CLE-AP-.5OZ","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":44188348219435,"sku":"SH-CLE-AP-1.OZ","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Ounces","offer_id":44188348252203,"sku":"SH-CLE-AP-2.OZ","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Ounces","offer_id":44188348284971,"sku":"SH-CLE-AP-4.OZ","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Ounces","offer_id":44188348317739,"sku":"SH-CLE-AP-8.OZ","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/5121\/7451\/files\/flat-lay-cleavers-in-white-bowl_7819e23d-11d9-4dd8-9819-228987fd4afd.png?v=1781180130","url":"https:\/\/baldhillbotanicals.com\/products\/cleavers-galium-aparine-cut-sifted","provider":"Bald Hill Botanicals \u0026 Apothecary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}