Watercress Plant Powder

Watercress plant powder is made from the dried aerial parts of Nasturtium officinale, a water-loving plant in the mustard family traditionally enjoyed as both a food and botanical ingredient. Known for its mild peppery flavor and vibrant green color, watercress powder is commonly used in culinary applications and wellness routines. It naturally contains a variety of plant compounds, vitamins, and minerals and can be easily incorporated into teas, foods, or topical preparations as part of a balanced lifestyle.

UPC: 084783022008.

Origin(s): Brazil, China, Croatia, Ecuador, Germany.

Latin Name(s): Nasturtium officinale.

Also known as: Water rocket, Water radish, Hedge mustard.

Plant Part(s) Used: Herb.

Herbs exhibit natural variations in their size, color, smell, and taste, with each batch and harvest showing differences influenced by environmental conditions and genetics.

Appearance: Green.

Aroma: Leafy, fresh.

Taste: Vegetable-like.

GMO Status: Non-GMO.

Allergen: None.

Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.

Applications / Preparations: Can be put into capsules, teas, soups, various foods, seasonings or infused as an herbal extract. For cosmetic use can be put in lotions & creams.

Internal use: Adults may take 1 teaspoon (2 g) once or twice daily. Do not exceed 4 g per day.

Capsules: For encapsulation, follow capsule machine manufacturer instructions; 1 teaspoon ≈ 2 g (adjust by herb density).

Smoothies or Juices: Mix 1 teaspoon (2 g) into your beverage of choice once daily.

Tea/Decoction: Add 1 teaspoon (approx. 2 g) of Powder to 8–10 fl oz (240–300 ml) of water. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 10–15 minutes. Strain before drinking.

May also be used for soups, broths, sauces, seasoning blends, extracts, tinctures, infusions, or food according to personal recipes and preferences. 

External use: May be infused into oils or used in topical preparations such as poultices, compresses, lotions, creams, masks, scrubs and salves. Because external uses vary widely, customers should research reliable sources for preparation and usage methods.

Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most single herbs as they do not really expire, they lose potency or strength over time but will still have value. Unlike synthetic material or drugs, herbs can contain many constituents that contribute to their medicinal effects. Even if when we know what the active constituents are, there are often many of them in a single herb, each with different rates of degradation. Some herbs lose their effect more easily. Other herbs that possess more stable compounds such as alkaloids or steroids will last much longer.

A huge part of the degradation rate of herbs depends also on the storage conditions of the herb, & even on the quality of the herb before storage – how it was grown, harvested, dried & processed. If the product is left in hot places or open to sunlight then it will degrade much quicker than if it was stored in cool, dry place & sealed tightly.

A good rule of thumb is that herbs should be stored no longer than 2-3 years, but many herbs will have great strength much longer than that. To determine if an herb is still good you can check the appearance & aroma. Herbs that are no longer acceptable will have lost much of its vibrant color & will instead appear dull & faded. The bigger key though is to smell the raw materials to see if the potent aroma is still present. 

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, especially blood thinners, or have a medical condition. Use with caution in individuals with kidney disorders or sensitivities.