How do I prepare Guava Leaf tea?

Use 1 tablespoon of dried guava leaves per cup of hot water. Steep for 8-10 minutes, strain, and enjoy warm or chilled. The taste is mild, green, and lightly astringent.

What do Guava Leaves taste like?

Guava leaf tea has a gentle herbal taste with a slightly dry finish. It is not usually very bitter. Lemon, cinnamon, or honey can make the flavor brighter.

Can Guava Leaves be used as a rinse?

Yes. A cooled, well-strained guava leaf infusion can be used as a traditional rinse for hair, scalp, or skin. Patch test first and avoid the eye area.

Are Guava Leaves the same as guava fruit?

No. The leaves and fruit come from the same tree, but they are used differently. Guava fruit is eaten as food, while dried guava leaves are usually prepared as tea or a traditional rinse.

How should I store Guava Leaves?

Keep them sealed in a cool, dry, dark place. Protect from moisture and strong odors. Proper storage helps preserve their color, aroma, and clean herbal character.

Shade-dried cut guava leaves with olive-green and tan-golden hues, loose form on white background

Enhance gut health

Swelling relief

Immune defense

Blood regulation

Traditional Herbs

Guava Leaves | 57 g / 2 oz

Psidium guajava

Also known as: guava leaf tea, guayaba leaf, hojas de guayaba

Wildcrafted & Shade-Dried

Shade-dried Guayaba (Psidium guajava) from Honduras. A tannin-rich everyday herb used in traditional wellness. Wild-harvested with full botanical integrity.

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Traditional Benefits

Enhance gut health: Highly effective in soothing digestive distress and normalizing bowels.
Swelling relief: Natural anti-inflammatory properties soothe irritated tissues.
Immune defense: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants to bolster the immune system.
Blood regulation: May help inhibit the absorption of complex carbohydrates to balance blood sugar.

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The TRADITIONAL HERBS Ritual

The verdant leaves of Psidium guajava, known simply as 'hojas de guayaba,' grow abundantly across Honduras' countryside as everyday allies in traditional wellness.

The verdant leaves of Psidium guajava, known simply as 'hojas de guayaba,' grow abundantly across Honduras' countryside as everyday allies in traditional wellness. Hand-picked from wild and semi-wild trees, these leaves carry generations of accessible, time-tested indigenous knowledge about digestive harmony and skin care. Celebrated for their gentle yet effective applications and familiar presence in household remedies, they are shade-dried to preserve their tannin-rich character. Offered whole or cut, free from agricultural chemicals or synthetic processing.

How to Use

Herbal Infusion (Tea)

Place 1 teaspoon (approximately 3-5g) of dried Guava leaves in a teapot or cup.
Pour 1 cup (240-250ml) of boiling water over the leaves.
Cover and steep for 7-10 minutes.
Strain and drink 2-3 cups daily, preferably before meals.

For Digestive Health & Diarrhea

Drink 1 cup of Guava leaf tea 2-3 times daily to support digestive wellness and traditionally ease diarrhea. The natural tannins provide astringent properties that support intestinal health.

For Blood Sugar Support

Consume 1 cup of Guava leaf tea before main meals to traditionally support healthy blood sugar balance.
Use consistently for best results.

For Blood Pressure Wellness

Drink 2 cups of Guava leaf tea daily, one in the morning and one in the evening, to traditionally support cardiovascular health and healthy blood pressure levels.

Topical Use (For Oral Health)

Prepare a strong Guava leaf tea and allow to cool.
Use as a mouth rinse or gargle to support gum health and fresh breath.
Swish for 30-60 seconds, then spit out.

Processing

Processing Method

Selective Harvesting

Herbs are hand-picked at peak maturity, with care to protect plant populations and ecosystems.

Manual Cleaning

Unwanted parts like dirt and dry leaves are removed; useful portions are sorted for quality.

Drying Setup

Delicate herbs are tied in small bunches or spread thinly to allow natural airflow.

Shade Drying

Materials dry slowly in a cool, shaded space to preserve aroma, color, and beneficial properties.

Storage

Once fully dry, herbs are trimmed and sealed in airtight containers to maintain freshness and potency.

1
Selective Harvesting
Herbs are hand-picked at peak maturity, with care to protect plant populations and ecosystems.
2
Manual Cleaning
Unwanted parts like dirt and dry leaves are removed; useful portions are sorted for quality.
3
Drying Setup
Delicate herbs are tied in small bunches or spread thinly to allow natural airflow.
4
Shade Drying
Materials dry slowly in a cool, shaded space to preserve aroma, color, and beneficial properties.
5
Storage
Once fully dry, herbs are trimmed and sealed in airtight containers to maintain freshness and potency.

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Product Profile

Origin

🇭🇳 Honduras

Shelf Life

For best potency, use within 12-18 months.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, and dark place. Always keep tightly sealed. Avoid prolonged heat and humidity.

Ingredients

Shade-dried guava leaves (Psidium guajava), whole or cut.

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The TRADITIONAL HERBS Ritual

The verdant leaves of Psidium guajava, known simply as 'hojas de guayaba,' grow abundantly across Honduras' countryside as everyday allies in traditional wellness.

How to Use

Herbal Infusion (Tea)

Place 1 teaspoon (approximately 3-5g) of dried Guava leaves in a teapot or cup.
Pour 1 cup (240-250ml) of boiling water over the leaves.
Cover and steep for 7-10 minutes.
Strain and drink 2-3 cups daily, preferably before meals.

For Digestive Health & Diarrhea

Drink 1 cup of Guava leaf tea 2-3 times daily to support digestive wellness and traditionally ease diarrhea. The natural tannins provide astringent properties that support intestinal health.

For Blood Sugar Support

Consume 1 cup of Guava leaf tea before main meals to traditionally support healthy blood sugar balance.
Use consistently for best results.

For Blood Pressure Wellness

Drink 2 cups of Guava leaf tea daily, one in the morning and one in the evening, to traditionally support cardiovascular health and healthy blood pressure levels.

Topical Use (For Oral Health)

Prepare a strong Guava leaf tea and allow to cool.
Use as a mouth rinse or gargle to support gum health and fresh breath.
Swish for 30-60 seconds, then spit out.

Processing Method

Selective Harvesting

Herbs are hand-picked at peak maturity, with care to protect plant populations and ecosystems.

Manual Cleaning

Unwanted parts like dirt and dry leaves are removed; useful portions are sorted for quality.

Drying Setup

Delicate herbs are tied in small bunches or spread thinly to allow natural airflow.

Shade Drying

Materials dry slowly in a cool, shaded space to preserve aroma, color, and beneficial properties.

Storage

Once fully dry, herbs are trimmed and sealed in airtight containers to maintain freshness and potency.

1
Selective Harvesting
Herbs are hand-picked at peak maturity, with care to protect plant populations and ecosystems.
2
Manual Cleaning
Unwanted parts like dirt and dry leaves are removed; useful portions are sorted for quality.
3
Drying Setup
Delicate herbs are tied in small bunches or spread thinly to allow natural airflow.
4
Shade Drying
Materials dry slowly in a cool, shaded space to preserve aroma, color, and beneficial properties.
5
Storage
Once fully dry, herbs are trimmed and sealed in airtight containers to maintain freshness and potency.