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Botanical Name: Acorus Calamus
Country Of Origin: India
Common Name: Calamus Root
English Name: Sweet Flag Root Powder
Sanskrit Name: Vacha
Hindi Name: Vaj, Buch
Also Known As: Calamus Root Powder, Sweet Flag Root Powder, Acorus calamus Root Powder, Vacha Root Powder, Sweet Flag Rhizome Powder, Acorus Root Fine Powder
Part Used: Dried rhizome of Acorus calamus, finely milled
Description: Calamus Root Powder is produced from the dried rhizomes of Acorus calamus, a semi-aquatic perennial plant native to wetlands and riverbanks of Asia, Europe, and North America. The plant grows in tall clumps with sword-shaped leaves, while its underground rhizomes develop dense, fibrous structures. The powder has a light brown colour with subtle fibrous strands, retaining the natural characteristics of the rhizome. Its uniform texture and earthy aroma make it suitable for visual, craft, and formulation uses.
The rhizomes grow horizontally beneath the soil and contain tough, fibrous tissues with dense inner layers. These structural characteristics are preserved in the powdered form, giving the material a natural appearance and tactile quality. The fine fibrous strands visible in the powder reflect the botanical identity of the plant, making it recognizable and practical for creative and display purposes.
The production process begins with harvesting mature rhizomes, which are washed to remove soil and debris. The cleaned roots are then dried using controlled warm-air or shade-drying methods to reduce moisture while maintaining structural integrity and natural colour. After drying, the rhizomes are mechanically milled into a fine, uniform powder. The powder is then sifted to remove oversized particles, ensuring consistent texture and particle size. This method produces a stable, clean, plant-based material suitable for blending, mixing, and creative applications.
Uses: Calamus Root Powder is used in botanical craft projects, resin art, decorative herb blends, potpourri-style mixtures, and educational herb kits. It is also suitable for culinary dry mixes and plant-based formulations that require a finely milled botanical ingredient. The smooth, uniform texture allows it to blend easily with other powders while maintaining natural colour, fibrous detail, and visual appeal in creative and functional botanical applications.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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