Type: Organic Bladderwrack 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 stock 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 as this is a natural product. Bladderwrack Leaf, C/S, 1lb Organic | 100% Wildcrafted Seaweed