
Botanical Name: Ginkgo biloba
Country of Origin: China
Common Name: Ginkgo Leaves C/S
English Name: Ginkgo Leaves Cut & Sifted
French Name: Feuilles de Ginkgo Coupées et Tamisées
Also Known As: Maidenhair Tree Leaves, Ginkgo Biloba Leaves, Dried Ginkgo Leaves, Herbal Ginkgo Foliage, Cut & Sifted Ginkgo
Part Used: Leaves of Ginkgo biloba
Description: Ginkgo is a deciduous tree native to China, often referred to as a living fossil due to its ancient lineage. The tree typically grows 20–35 metres tall with a broad, fan-shaped canopy and distinctive bilobed leaves that turn bright yellow in autumn. Ginkgo trees are slow-growing and can live for centuries. The leaves are harvested from mature trees when fully developed, usually during the peak growing season, to capture their full colour, texture, and aromatic qualities.
The harvested leaves are carefully cleaned to remove dust, debris, and stems, then dried under controlled conditions to preserve their natural green colour, structure, and delicate aroma. Once dried, the leaves are cut and sifted into uniform pieces, providing a consistent texture and appearance suitable for blending or infusion. The cut and sifted leaves retain the characteristic fan-shaped structure and slightly leathery texture of the fresh foliage.
The processing ensures uniformity in size and colour, producing a clean, visually appealing botanical ingredient. The leaves are free-flowing and convenient for blending, storage, and use in various applications where whole or cut botanical material is required.
Uses: Ginkgo Leaves C/S are used in tea-style infusions, herbal blends, spice and botanical mixes, decorative jar displays, craft projects, and educational herb kits. They are also suitable for culinary flavouring, infusion-based recipes, aromatic projects, and creative herb blends where the visually distinctive leaves contribute texture, colour, and subtle aroma. The uniform cut and preserved characteristics ensure consistent appearance and quality in every use.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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