Ingredient Overview
Goldenseal is a North American woodland herb with a notably yellow root and rhizome. These underground parts contain characteristic alkaloids and have a long history in regional herbal practice.
Goldenseal extract is made from Hydrastis canadensis root and rhizome. The yellow colour of the underground material reflects the distinctive chemistry associated with goldenseal. Its root and rhizome have their own botanical identity within North American herbal traditions. Concentrated preparations focus on these parts of the plant, which are known for their alkaloid constituents.