
Botanical Name: Epimedium Species
Country of Origin: China
English Name: Horny Goat Weed Powder
French Name: Poudre d’Epimède
Also Known As: Yin Yang Huo Powder, Epimedium Herb Powder, Dried Horny Goat Weed Leaves Powder, Epimedium Powder
Part Used: Aerial parts (leaves and tender stems) of Epimedium species
Description: Horny Goat Weed is a perennial herb native to China and other regions of East Asia. It grows in low, spreading clumps with heart-shaped, leathery leaves and delicate flowers that can range in colour from yellow to purple. The plant typically reaches 15–50 cm in height and can grow year-round in mild climates. Its dense foliage and slender stems provide a textured, layered appearance, while the mature leaves are flexible yet slightly leathery, making them suitable for processing into powder.
The aerial parts are harvested when the leaves are mature and tender, usually during the late spring to early autumn growing season. The plant material is carefully cleaned to remove dirt, debris, and excess stalks. Once harvested, the leaves and stems are prepared for drying, maintaining their natural colour and texture before being processed into a fine, uniform powder.
The dried material is then milled into powder, ensuring a consistent texture while retaining visible leaf characteristics in the fine form. The powder is sorted to remove coarse fragments or fines that do not meet the required specification, resulting in a clean, free-flowing botanical ingredient suitable for a variety of applications.
Uses: Horny Goat Weed Powder is used in tea blends, culinary recipes, herbal and botanical preparations, craft projects, cosmetic formulations, decorative displays, and educational herb collections. Its fine texture makes it ideal for blending into mixtures or infusions where a uniform powdered form of the herb is desired, while still preserving the natural appearance and botanical character of the plant.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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