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Leaves
Stevia
The Naturally Sweet Leaf
The Heritage & Harvest
Stevia is a South American leaf traditionally appreciated for its remarkably sweet taste. Carefully dried leaves can bring gentle botanical sweetness to blends without using refined sugar.
What Makes It Special
The leaves naturally contain intensely sweet steviol glycosides. Because their sweetness is concentrated, only a small proportion is required in a balanced infusion.
The Cup
A light golden-green infusion with clean herbal sweetness and a mild lingering leaf note.
Botanical & Ayurvedic Profile
- Botanical Name
- Stevia rebaudiana
- Rasa (Taste)
- Madhura (Sweet), Tikta (Bitter)
- Key Phytoconstituents
- Steviol glycosides, flavonoids
- Used Part
- Leaves
- Dosha Reference
- Traditionally used in contemporary herbal practice; use moderately for personal taste
Brewing Ritual
- Measure
2-4 dried leaves or a small pinch per 240 ml (8 oz) cup
- Temperature
85-90°C (185-194°F)
- Steep Time
3-5 minutes, covered
- Strain & Savor
Use lightly with mint, lemon peel or cold-brew green tea.
