Sea Buckthorn leaf tea (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) Lab-proven Quality and Purity

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) also known as Seaberry, Sandthorn, Sallowthorn, Siberian Pineapple, Rokitnik has very long history of traditional use.

The fruits, leaves and seeds of sea buckthorn were used as early as the 8th century AD. This is the reason for previous entries. This plant found in a Tibetan medicine textbook. It is included in the traditional healing of Tibet, Mongolia and Siberia. There are also many indications that sea buckthorn was also used in ancient Greek. In ancient times, leaves and young branches were fed as a remedy to horses to support weight gain and improve the appearance of the animal’s coat. Thus the genus name, Hippophae, derived from hippo (horse) and phaos (shining).

During the Cold War, Russian and East German horticulturists developed new varieties with larger berries to improve harvesting and increase yields. They use the berries for their astronauts and an extract to protect their skin from UV radiation burns while in space. The leaves and tender branches are a rich source of protein.

Sea buckthorn leaves contain mainly valuable minerals. These are mainly potassium, magnesium, iron, boron, manganese and selenium. In addition, they contain proteins, organic acids, flavonoids and vitamins.

Suggested Use: It can be used for herbal tea 1-2 teaspoon of leaves to cup of boiling water, step for 10-25 minutes, strain and drink. Buckthorn leaf has also other uses, research beneficial uses of this herb or consult an Herbalist as to how this product can benefit you.

Contraindications: Considered very safe

Typical Ingredients: 100% pure Botanical, absolutely nothing added, dried Sea Buckthorn leaf.

Vegetarian/Vegan Suitability: Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans

Wild grown/Organic cultivated/Eco cultivated/Cultivated: Wild grown/Eco Cultivated

Country of origin: Poland/Ukraine

Packaging: All products are hand packed in resalable paper bags to ensure maximum freshness

Quality assured