Sassafras
Sassafras albidum
Family: Lauraceae
Deciduous tree. Native to the Eastern and Southern U.S..
The spring-harvested root bark of Sassafras is a highly aromatic flavoring
agent used widely in the manufacture of true root beer. This is also
a popular folk remedy for "cleansing the blood," and for treating digestive
problems, colds, fevers, high blood pressure and rheumatism. Cultivation:
Easy. Sow in fall. Grow out in a gallon pot for a year before
transplanting. Tree prefers full sun to partial shade; poor soils
or regular garden soil; cold tolerant. Flowers yellow to 100 feet.
~ Note on Sassafras Seeds ~
These seeds are fresh, cold-stored and available for immediate delivery
during the months of September through October only. Orders received
outside these months will be backordered and delivered as soon as the new
seed is harvested. Backordered items will not incur additional shipping
charges. Credit cards will not be billed until the seeds are delivered.
For best results, sow immediately upon receipt.
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