Botanical Name: Annona muricata

Common Name:

English: Soursop
Also, known as: Guanabana, Lakshaman Phala, Guanba, Catoche, Soursop Leaves , Guanabana Leaves , Annona Muricata Leaves , Custard Apple Leaves species, Pawpaw Leaves, North American pawpaw tree, Brazilian Paw Paw, Corossol Leaves , Mullatha Leaves, Guyabano Leaves, Sauersack Leaves

Origin: Indonesia

Harvested: Wild

Parts Used: Leaves

General Information:

Graviola (Soursop) is an evergreen tree native to Central America and the West Indies. The tree grows to a height of about 18-20 feet. Graviola Tree has fragrant, glossy, dark-green leaves as well as large yellow-green flowers that is mostly develop into kidney shaped dark-green prickly fruits which have leathery skins and soft spines. The white flesh from the fruits is aromatic and juicy. It also contains black seeds inside. The edible fruit, also known as soursop. The weight of the fruit can be five or more pounds. The leaves are the most popular part of the whole tree. People use them in variety of forms like powders, Tea as well Extracted liquid form or fine powdered extract.

How to use:

Powdered Herb:

There are different ways to use powdered herb.

Food Preparation: You can add powdered herbs to any super food, herbal smoothie, sauces, spreads and even cookies. Also for children, you can mix powdered herbs with honey or glycerin to make a paste. The thicker the paste, the more potent and herbal in taste. The sweet taste of honey and glycerin will help the medicine go down. This method is also known as "Electuaries".

Capsules: Encapsulating your own powdered herb at home, give you assurance that the contents of the capsules are pure herb and no filler or any other products. These capsules can be taken with liquid.

Poultice: Poultice can be made with an herbal powder and liquid (mostly water) to form a paste which is then applied to the skin. This method is very helpful for skin conditions.

Herbal shot: Powdered herb can be mixed with water, fruit juice or other liquid to make herbal shot.

Precautions:

You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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Graviola Leaves Powder (Soursop)