Juglandis Folium
Walnut Leaf / Juglandis Folium / Dried Walnut Leaves / Juglans Regia Folia / Organic Dried Herbs
Origin: Bulgaria
Botanical Name: Juglans Regia Folia
Other Names: English walnut, Persian walnut, French walnut, Italian walnut, Common walnut
Walnut leaf is the common name for the whole leaf of the tree Juglans regia L. The leaf is gathered from wild or cultivated trees.
Walnut leaf preparations are obtained by comminuting (reducing into tiny pieces) the dried leaves. Walnut Tree Leaf Identification In the spring and summer, walnut trees produce feather-shaped leaves. Instead, the leaves are slightly staggered like steps along the leaf stem. Green in spring and summer, walnut leaves turn yellow or brown rather than red or orange in the fall.
Using:
-Half or a teaspoon of finely chopped walnut leaves are boiled in a medium glass of water. It is left to infuse for 5 minutes and filtered.
-To prepare a bath, two handfuls of leaves are finely chopped and added to 2-3 liters of water overnight. After boiling for 4-5 minutes in the morning, it is filtered and added to the bath water.
Traditional Use
The common walnut tree has been valued across the Balkans and the Mediterranean since ancient times. Its leaves, rich in tannins, are traditionally used:
- To support healthy blood sugar levels and metabolism as part of a balanced diet
- To support digestive comfort
- As a rinse and gargle for healthy gums
- Externally, in washes, compresses and baths to soothe and care for the skin
- In soothing sitz baths for intimate care
Harvest & Character
Harvested June and July while still young, in dry weather. Dried green leaflets with a mild aromatic scent and an astringent taste.
Please note: Consult your doctor first if you take blood sugar medication. Not for pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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