
Botanical Name: Bacopa monnieri
Country of Origin: India
Common Name: Brahmi
English Name: Waterhyssop
Sanskrit Name: Brahmi
Hindi Name: Brahmi, Mandukaparni
Also Known As: Brahmi Leaves Cut & Sifted, Brahmi Herb C/S, Bacopa monnieri Leaves C/S, Waterhyssop Herb, Brahmi Aerial Parts C/S, Mandukaparni Herb C/S
Part Used: Dried leaves of Bacopa monnieri, cut and sifted
Description: Brahmi Leaves C/S is produced from the dried leaves of Bacopa monnieri, a creeping perennial herb native to wet, marshy areas across India and tropical regions. The plant forms dense mats of green stems with small, succulent leaves and delicate white to light purple flowers. Leaves are harvested during peak growth, carefully cleaned to remove field residue, and dried to preserve their natural green tones. Once dried, the leaves are cut into uniform fragments and sifted to produce a consistent botanical material suitable for decorative, craft, and formulation applications.
Bacopa monnieri grows close to the ground, forming creeping stems that root at nodes and produce small, rounded leaves along the stems. When dried, the leaves retain their delicate structure, natural colour, and subtle texture. The cut-and-sifted form offers manageable leaf pieces that integrate easily into botanical blends, visual displays, and educational or creative projects, providing both aesthetic appeal and structural consistency.
The harvested leaves are washed to remove soil and debris, then dried using controlled warm-air or shade-drying methods to reduce moisture while maintaining colour and leaf integrity. After drying, the leaves are mechanically cut and sifted to ensure uniform size and texture. This careful processing results in a clean, natural plant-based material that reflects the characteristic appearance of the fresh herb.
Uses: Brahmi Leaves C/S is used in botanical craft projects, decorative jar arrangements, educational herb kits, potpourri-style blends, resin art, and visual botanical displays. Its small, succulent leaves and natural green tones provide texture and visual interest, making it suitable for layered botanical compositions, creative presentations, and any application where dried plant material with recognizable leaf structure is desired.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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