Decoction is a method of extraction by boiling herbal or plant material (which may include stems, roots, bark and rhizomes) to dissolve the chemicals of the material.

Jun 9, 2025 · Make a decoction. The basic recipe for a decoction includes 1-pt water and 1-oz of herb or root. Place the water into a pot made from non-reactive metal (such as stainless or enamel; do not …

Jul 11, 2025 · What is a Decoction? A decoction is a method of extraction where hard plant parts like roots, bark, and seeds are simmered in water for an extended period (usually 20-60 minutes) to draw …

decoction noun de· coc· tion di-ˈkäk-shən 1 : an extract obtained by decocting

Decoction definition: the act of decocting.. See examples of DECOCTION used in a sentence.

A decoction is used for stomachaches, and an infusion is taken by women to help with childbirth.

Definition of decoction noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

decoction 1. the process of boiling a substance in water to extract its essence. 2. the essence so produced.

Decoction is defined as a method of extracting the active components of herbs by boiling them in water or another solvent, as demonstrated in the preparation of Pulsatilla decoction where specific herbs …

Fancy saw the gleam of tears in Jewel's eyes; she nodded, then slipped quietly from the room to make her decoction.