Rubia tinctorum, Madder root - natural red dye

RIZARI ROOT CUT - VEGETABLE RED DYE

Madder root (Rubia tinctorum).
Other Names: Rouvia or dyer

It is a plant known for its dyeing properties since ancient times. It has been used in dyeing fabrics and in Christian customs for dyeing red eggs.

Why should I choose rizari instead of chemical dyes?

Rice bran offers a more natural and milder option.

• Does not contain synthetic dyes
• Does not burden the body
• It is closer to the traditional process

It is ideal for those who want to return to more authentic practices.

"And he began to dye the eggs in a pot, with rice flour, cinnabar and vinegar," writes Alexandros Papadiamantis in one of his short stories, giving us information about how Easter eggs were dyed in his time.

Rhizari in pieces or powder?

Rhizari in pieces
Gentler, more controlled effect

Powdered rhizome
More intense and faster color

How to dye eggs with Rizari – recipe for red eggs
(50g of dye for approximately 40 eggs)

What you will need

Rhizari (in pieces or powder)
White eggs
Water
Vinegar
Pot

Procedure

Step 1: Prepare the paint

For risari in pieces
Soak it in water for 2–12 hours
Then boil it for 20–30 minutes and strain.

For powdered rice
Dissolve it in water and boil for 10–15 minutes.

Step 2: Add vinegar

Add 1–2 tablespoons of vinegar to the liquid
Helps stabilize color

Step 3: Dye the eggs

Place the eggs in the liquid
Simmer for 10–15 minutes.

Step 4: Adjust the color intensity

Leave the eggs in the liquid until they reach the desired color.

Final finish

Once they are dry, you can brush the eggs with a little oil.
for natural shine

Tips for better results

• Start with a test egg, each radicle has a different color intensity
• Check the color every 10–15 minutes, don't rely on time alone
• The color darkens as it dries, Take out the eggs a little earlier than the final result you want
• If left for many hours or overnight, they may darken more than you wish.

The result:
A natural red , deep, warm, traditional, unique to each egg

A custom worth continuing

Dyeing eggs is not just a process.
It's a little ritual.

With the rizari, this experience becomes:

more natural
more authentic
closer to tradition