Gynostemma Tea - Gynostemma pentaphyllum - Jiao Gu Lan Tea (Wu Ye)
Jiao Gu Lan Tea (Five-Leaf)
Botanical Name: Gynostemma pentaphyllum
Common Names: Jiao Gu Lan / Southern Ginseng / Five-Leaf Gynostemma / 绞股蓝茶 / 五葉
Grade: Certified Organic
Origin: Grown and harvested in Guizhou Province, China
Jiao Gu Lan, also known as Five-Leaf Gynostemma, is a time-honored botanical widely enjoyed in traditional East Asian tea culture.
Often referred to as “Southern Ginseng” in folk tradition, it is appreciated for its smooth, slightly bittersweet taste and its notable presence in classic herbal tea rituals.
Our Certified Organic Jiao Gu Lan is hand-harvested, shade-dried, and carefully processed to retain its natural green color, clean aroma, and delicate leaf structure. It serves as a staple ingredient for traditional tea practices and modern herbal kitchens alike.
Steep 2–3 g (about 1 teaspoon) in 85–90°C / 185–195°F water for 3–5 minutes.
Leaves may be re-steeped 2–3 times.
Commonly paired with chrysanthemum, goji berry, or mint in traditional herbal tea blends.
Used in seasonal tea rituals and everyday wellness-inspired tea preparations.
Not for direct consumption in dry form.
To be prepared and consumed as tea, decoction, or soup.
Bring to a boil and simmer for at least 15 minutes for traditional decoctions, or steep in hot water for an extended period when used as tea.
Certified Organic
100% pure Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaves
Naturally caffeine-free
Shade-dried to preserve natural character and aroma
Packaged in resealable pouches for freshness and convenience
Traceable to the growing region
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Jiao Gu Lan is described as sweet, slightly bitter, and neutral in nature.
It is traditionally associated with the Lung, Heart, and Kidney channels and is commonly featured in long-steeped herbal teas and classical household blends.
Historically appreciated across East Asian tea culture, it appears frequently in:
Seasonal herbal tea rituals
Everyday calming tea blends
Traditional family tea preparations
Sold as a raw food-grade ingredient, not a finished dietary supplement.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Best used with guidance from a trained herbal practitioner.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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