Type: Bladderwrack Leaf Herb. Color: Dark Green, Brownish-Black. Process: wildcrafted Bladderwrack leaf, cut & sifted. Origin: Canada (Atlantic Ocean). Bladderwrack is an ocean seaweed plant grown on the rocks of the ocean & sea, it can be used fresh, but its flavor is enhanced greatly when dried. It imparts a salty-smoky flavor to seafood & steamed vegetables. Bladderwrack contains significant amounts of mucilage, protein, vitamin C, & polysaccharides, including fucoidans, fucans, & algin. Bladderwrack is also a rich source of natural iodine & trace minerals. DISCLAIMER in ACCORDANCE WITH THE US FDA REGULATIONS Our information on the use of this herb should never replace the care of a medical doctor. We are not medical professionals & are not claiming to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We are providing information for educational purposes only, based on common & publicly accessible historical information on the herb. You must be 18 years or older to purchase any herb from our store. We recommend that you educate yourself about the use of this herb before purchasing it. BULK/WHOLESALE: please contact us if you need larger bulk or wholesale orders. IMPORTANT: the picture of the product in most cases are zoomed-in photos of the herb, the product description will be a near accurate description of the herb. Please expect variations in the color of the herb from batch to batch & some possible differences from the picture as this is a natural product that can change with each herb harvest. Bladderwrack Leaf, C/S, 1lb | 100% Wildcrafted Seaweed Loose Herb & Spices