Gynostemma, when brewed as a tea, has a delicate vegetative herbal taste with a natural sweetness and soft astringency and is not sour or bitter. Also known as Jiaogulan, this caffeine-free herb has been used for its reported health benefits for many years.
Gynostemma - Jiaogulan (Cut 6mm - 12mm)
| Delicate herbal taste with natural sweetness & soft astringency. | |
| Gynostemma Leaves. | |
| China. | |
| 6-8 Mins 1/Cup 100°C |
Tea Facts
- Ingredients: Gynostemma Leaves.
- Leaves: Whole Leaf #1.
- Latin/ Botanical Names: Gynostemma pentaphyllum.
- Grown: Yunnan, China
- Aroma: Neutral.
- Infused Colour: Dark green.
- Caffeine: None
- Harmonisation Codes: All weights: 12119000
Serving Guide
- Tea Menu: Speciality & Blending Ingredient
- Per 250ml Cup: 1 heaped teaspoon (approx. 1.5g)
- Water: Use freshly filtered, boiling water. Pour over leaves.
- Brewing Time: 6 – 8 minutes; we prefer 8 minutes for full flavour.
- Milk & Sugar: We don't recommend adding milk. Add sugar, honey, or lemon to suit taste preferences.
Health Benefits
- Protection: Gynostemma is recognised for its properties to promote good health and help in the treatment of disease. (1)
- Hair: Research indicates that Gynostemma has potential benefits for hair health due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. (2)
- (1) Progress in the Medicinal Value, Bioactive Compounds, and Pharmacological Activities of Gynostemma pentaphyllum.
- (2) Therapeutic Potential of Gynostemma pentaphyllum Extract for Hair Health Enhancement.
