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Botanical Name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Country of Origin: Mexico
English Name: Uva Ursi Leaves C/S
French Name: Feuilles de Busserole Coupées
Also Known As: Bearberry Leaves, Common Bearberry
Part Used: Leaves of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Description: Uva Ursi Leaves C/S is prepared from the evergreen leaves of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, a low-growing woody shrub native to cooler regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. The plant typically spreads close to the ground, forming dense mats with smooth reddish stems and small, thick, oval-shaped dark green leaves that remain on the plant year round. In spring, delicate pale pink to white bell-shaped flowers appear, followed by bright red berries later in the season. Leaves are harvested when fully mature to ensure consistent colour, texture, and botanical quality.
After harvesting, the leaves are carefully cleaned to remove dust and natural debris. Drying is done using controlled air or low-temperature methods to preserve the natural deep green colour and firm leaf structure. Once dried, the material is cut and sifted into uniform fragments, producing free flowing pieces with visible leaf sections and minimal stem content. This process maintains the botanical identity of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi while creating a consistent cut suitable for blending and infusion.
The finished Uva Ursi Leaves C/S displays a dark green colour with firm, leathery leaf fragments and a crisp texture. The pieces remain stable during storage, retaining their appearance and natural aroma over time. The cut and sifted format allows for easy handling, accurate measuring, and uniform blending for various applications.
Uses: Uva Ursi Leaves C/S is commonly used in tea-style infusions, herbal blends, and botanical formulations where dried evergreen leaf material is preferred. It is also suitable for cosmetic formulations, bath products, botanical sachets, craft projects, and educational collections demonstrating evergreen shrub growth and leaf morphology. The cut and sifted format allows for precise portioning, easy blending with other botanicals, and versatile use in both home and professional environments, offering consistent quality and visually identifiable leaf fragments.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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