Roots...

[Root]

It should be no surprise that I like Roots...

We use them in rubs...and there are some people who ingest them.
Eek and I and some other people we know...do both.

I have heard that the roots are toxic.
I have also read that The first mention of hemp root as medicine can be found in the ancient Chinese pharmacopeia, the Shen Nung Pên-ts'ao Ching, as early as the third millennium BCE. It is stated that the juice of the root has diuretic properties, as well as being useful in assisting the cessation of hemorrhage after childbirth.

A couple of years ago, on a forum like this, there was a group of us that were playing around with putting the roots in a balm ( which developed into Root Rub).
As a group we researched roots and I have included some of the links...

After reading all the information about roots I could find, I don't believe that ingesting the roots will harm you.

Eek and I use the whole cannabis plant for medicine.
Buds, trim, leaves, fan leaves, stems, roots and males.

Here is a little to read about Roots...

Buried Treasure



Here is an experiment...The CBD Cannabis Root Experiment


Characterization of Medicinal Properties of Cannabis sativa L. Roots



This is from Darcy of Hemp-Eaze


What are the danger of ingesting High Dose of HEMP ROOT?
through studies they’ve identified several alkaloids, suggesting that if
ingested, The root may irritate stomach lining.
http://www.erowid.org/library/books_online/marijuana_chemistry.pdf

There is some suggestion that two alkaloids present in hemp root, Cannabisativine
and isoCannabisativine, adversely affect the central nervous system and are
hepatotoxic (toxic to the liver).
However, some research points to the existence of spermidine in these alkaloids,
which has anti-aging cellular properties and may also benefit those suffering from
Type II diabetes.
Research into this has been limited, and it is unclear if there is an entirely safe method
of ingesting hemp root
extracts. The pure, boiled extract should not be taken internally, although a tea boiled
for less time, as previously stated, may have beneficial effects.
Please use caution if recommending them as an edible. pharmacology on this subject is
still in conjecture and depends on local conditions. It is a shame that no-one is researching
the sugars and other compounds in the root at greater detail
http://www.hemp-eaze.com/apps/forums/topics/show/4848618-analyzing-the-components-of-hemp-root

And it would be a shame if hemp roots contained healing sugars and compounds
in the right ratios to combat disease and the public was not aware of their potential.
Further research on these topics are warranted. But in the meantime use caution when
it comes to considering ingesting high doses, to be safe.
The warnings listed above are for precaution and in no way intended to be
of concern when applying Hemp-EaZe, which uses these herbs in proprietary
amounts for the purpose of topical application. There are many healing
benefits in the Hemp-EaZe formula, as long as it is not eaten by the buckets full, it is harmless.


Attempting to be an amateur doctor is potentially dangerous to your
health. This web page is not professional medical advice. Nothing on this
website should be considered as a substitute or replacement for professional
medical advice. Persons should seek the advice of qualified health providers.
Self-medication should not be used as a substitute for professional medical
care. Please confirm all self-medication with your doctor or health care
professional.

 

[Eyes on Fire]

[video=youtube;FsHDT_ICqIQ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsHDT_ICqIQ&list=PLaWgaNd4aMePdQEth4mYbs13 jfYwNOc1P&feature=player_detailpage[/video]

many videos around that cover MUCH more of these various topic that deal with root systems and plants in general.Excellent information.

This is one of the links I ran across.I have others that ill post just the links to.Happy pokin about everyone!:Sharing One:

http://mrstinkysgreengarden.blogspot.com/2012/12/want-bigger-plants-get-to-root-of-matter.html

http://www.cropsreview.com/fibrous-root.html

http://www.weedfarmer.com/cannabis/botany_guide.php

http://www.rci.rutgers.edu/~ssukhdeo/lecture 9-10 03 13.pdf

http://www.greenmanspage.com/guides/logistics.html

There.LOL!found my links.imho ofcourse these are some excellent links that provide some of the most essential knowledge about growing avaliable.Happy reading ya'll.


I found another link that deals with Chemosynhesis.I think this could be applied to a mature canna root system in a couple fashions prolly.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemosynthesis
.:Sharing One:

 

[Eekman]

Very good stuff Root.

EoF, another astute observationalist. Good stuff.

Peace

Eek

 

[Root]

Good info EoF...:thank:

I could not see the video...but enjoyed looking around the sites.

 

[Eyes on Fire]

Thanks Root. I have others ill post before too long.having some mild tech issues I need my buddy to help me with.But here is the link to the video.maybe you can watch it this way.its a nice piece.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?featu...ICqIQ&list=PLdRJCD4_c7Mq3DINBsuCJNhvQuaH4gN7X

 

[Epic Genetics]

in your post/info it mentions this ,,,, "adversely affect the central nervous system and are
hepatotoxic (toxic to the liver)" and "boiled extract should not be taken internally"

thats the info id been discussing with you and Eek , i was worried about that due to my father drinking his liver into poor health throughout his life , so anything toxic to the liver is a no-no for him , no mater what other benefits they hold

but in saying that , i feel anyone with a healthy liver could injest roots in moderation

thanks for the info/thread

peace

 

[swampman]

Well I gotta Lot to catch Up On lol

 

[Eyes on Fire]

UC Berkley Class on Roots.

Here ya go.a bit long,but if ya wanna know the root.good lord,here ya go.LOL!its one hell of a listen.

[video=youtube;oWPtHQPf8F8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWPtHQPf8F8&list=LLZig2K9JGRe1XANl1cbXXtQ& feature=player_detailpage[/video]

 

[Eyes on Fire]

Redefining the Root-Soil Food Web Indoors

Redefining the Soil Food Web for Indoors by Matt Rize
The complex relationship between plants and soil is called the soil food web. This describes the connection between roots, soil, and soil organisms. In the past 15 years this topic has been the center of attention for organic gardeners, thanks in large part to Teaming With Microbes by Jeff Lowenfels and Wayne Lewis.
Plants produce sugars (carbohydrates) and proteins via photosynthesis, a well known process. Lesser known is that these photosynthetic products are then exuded into the soil, via the root system, to encourage beneficial bacteria and/or fungi. The bacteria and fungi feed larger soil organisms. It is the poop from these larger organisms that feed our plants. This is organic soil gardening at is core.
Soil organisms include (from tiny to small): bacteria, fungi, algae, slime molds, protozoa, nematodes, arthropods, gastropods, worms, and insects. These, and many unlisted organisms, are partially responsible for decomposition/aeration of soil. Decomposed soil releases nutrients, which are then used by plant's roots for nutrition. Aeration of soil is a major issue, and has led to many growing with soil-less organic media. Peat/coco/bark, the organic soil-less grow medias, are much more airy than traditional soil.
But soil organisms are not the only ones decomposition and improving soil structure. Plants decompose soil chemically by exuding organic acids, ie citric acid, via their roots system. This is how plants actively take nutrition from soil. Plants also alter soil pH to their liking with these same exudates. Plants, like soil organisms, aerate soil via growing and moving root systems. Plants do exert a level of control over the rhizosphere.
Taken indoors the root soil food web is different. Indoor container growing is done without the larger soil decomposers, worms and insects. Bagged potting mixes may be void of other crucial soil organisms due to processing and/or sterilization. This means indoor potting soil won't be continuously aerated by worm and insect tunneling. This lack of large decomposers has led to indoor growing being based on mostly lighter (more air) and less nutritionally balanced soil-less organic media instead of actual soil. Familiar examples of soil-less organic media again are: peat, coco, and bark.
Soil-less organic potting mixes made from peat/coco/bark need food supplementation, as these mixes do not provide complete plant nutrition, especially in high yield environments. Normally, in the outdoor soil food web, worms help to feed the plants. But indoors we have to do the worm's job, so we add bottled and dry nutrients to our indoor food web. Indoors we use a root-soil-nutrient food web instead of a root-soil food web.
The constant addition of vermi-compost (EWC) by worms does not apply indoors, and this plant nutrient source must be replaced for high yield indoor organics. The bottled and dry nutrients replace the worm's decomposition of soil. The switch from soil to soil-less organic (peat, coco, bark), due to soil-less' airy structure, means most of the nutrients that plants use must be added by the gardener. The dry and bottled nutes that we water in are eaten by the bacteria and fungi, which are eaten by nematodes and protozoa, who poop plant food. The root-soil-nutrient food web.