
Botanical Name: Hamamelis Virginiana
Origin: USA
English Name: Witch Hazel Leaves C/S
French Name: Feuilles d’Hamamelis Coupées
Also Known As: Hamamelis Leaves
Part Used: Leaves of Hamamelis virginiana
Description: Witch Hazel Leaves C/S is prepared from the leaves of Hamamelis virginiana, a deciduous shrub or small tree native to North America, particularly the eastern United States and southern Canada. The plant typically grows 3–6 metres tall, producing slender, spreading branches with broad, ovate green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. In late fall and winter, small yellow to orange flowers may appear along the branches. Leaves are harvested at full maturity to ensure consistent colour, texture, and botanical quality.
After harvesting, the leaves are carefully cleaned to remove dust, soil, and natural debris. Drying is performed using controlled air or low-temperature methods to preserve the natural green colour and delicate leaf structure. Once dried, the leaves are cut and sifted into uniform fragments, producing lightweight, free-flowing pieces with visible leaf sections and minimal stems. This process maintains the botanical integrity of Hamamelis virginiana while creating a consistent cut suitable for blending, infusion, and aromatic preparations.
The finished Witch Hazel Leaves C/S displays a soft green colour with thin, crisp leaf fragments and a slightly textured surface. The material remains stable during storage, retaining its visual identity and mild natural aroma over time. The cut and sifted format allows for easy handling, accurate measuring, and uniform blending for various applications.
Uses: Witch Hazel Leaves C/S is commonly used in tea-style infusions, herbal blends, and aromatic preparations where dried leaf material is preferred. It is also suitable for cosmetic formulations, bath products, botanical sachets, craft projects, and educational collections demonstrating leaf morphology and deciduous plant growth. 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: Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry,
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