Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla Vulgaris) – Herb
Ever heard of alchemilla? Maybe it's better known as lady's mantle, since it protects women from the menstrual and menopausal discomfort. Either way, it's worth picking up, whether for your botany class or to support your health.
Shipping methods
| Nizozemská pošta HD - zásilkovna | Delivered by 8. 10. | 1,00 € |
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 DHL |
Delivered by 8. 10. | 4,90 € |
Ingredients
100 % Lady's mantlesBrew & Taste
As with most herbal infusions, this one is pale yellow to yellow-orange. The aroma of ladies' mantle is very pleasant, subtly herbal. The herb shrinks and almost disappears when poured over with hot water. It's bitter, but not unpleasant.
Origins
Lady's mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris) can be found in meadows, pastures, wet forests, roadsides and streams. It is widespread throughout Europe, northern Asia and east of North America. It is also found in the Caucasus, the Himalayas and even in northern Greenland.
This inconspicuous perennial herb has a long stem from which petioled, fan-like leaves. They are often found in meadows covered with dewdrops. The flowering buds can be harvested up to three times a year, and it is advisable to pick the leaves right after flowering. The herb should be dried in the shade at a maximum temperature of 30°C. Ladies' mantle is spread in thin layers to avoid scorching, as it's incredibly sensitive to heat.
Some common folk names include bear's or lion's foot or nine hooks.
Benefits of ingredients:
Herb packaging preview
We pack our herbs in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. Thanks to the hermetic seal, the herbs are protected against humidity, light and foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew and the herb itself.
Preparation
100 °C
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10 minutes
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1 to 2 teaspoons for 150 ml
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Instructions for preparation
Pour 150-200ml of boiled water (100°C) per 1 teaspoon of herb.
When brewing in a teapot add 1 extra teaspoon.
Covered, let steep for 10 minutes, then remove the strainer.
Most popular accessories for this product
Paper Filter M for Cups & Teapots
Tea Infuser – Medium
Tea Infuser – Large
Paper Filter – Small, 100pcs
Herb Infuser ø 62mm
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