Bulk Herb Store

Herbs: Ginkgo leaf - cut, organic

Common Names: Ginkgo, maidenhair
Latin Name: Ginkgo biloba
Origin: China

Excerpts from Nutritional Herbology

Ginkgo leaf has a rich folk history for treating poor circulation. The shape of the leaf with its many fan segments were thought by early herbalists to represent the many vessels of the circulatory system poised for maximum circulation. The longevity of the tree itself and its ability to resist pollution and disease give it special place with folk practitioners. These observations alone point herbalists to its potential uses. Standardized concentrates of the bitter principles in ginkgo are sold all over the world but especially in Europe and Japan. Studies have shown it to be effective in increasing peripheral blood flow.

Ginkgo has demonstrated remarkable ability to improve peripheral circulation. All the anti-aging effects of better circulation go along with this ability: increased energy, antioxidant effects, decreased blood clotting, better concentration, improved hearing and others.

No one quite knows how it accomplishes its feat but its action is attributed to a group of bitter compounds that include flavonoids, hetersides, and anthocyanidines. It is especially popular as a longevity drug in Japan and is gaining popularity in the United States as the population ages. Its active principles seem to wear off after six to eight hours so small doses are recommended three times a day for maximum effect.

From Our Reading and/or Experience...

• We use Ginkgo often in tea and tincture combinations. Of course, it can be used in many other types of remedies. For instance, it can easily be made into powder, and used in capsules.
• It can be used to benefit anyone: men, women (including before, during or after pregnancy, and nursing), children and animals.
• It can be used as often as you would like, and in any way you choose.
• As is the case with most herbs, Ginkgo should be stored in a dark, dry, and cool place.

Customer Reviews

Please, take a moment and comment on this product.

Re: Can I use the dried Ginkgo leaf for a tincture?
by Bulk Herb Store on May 2, 2013

Yes, I would suggest using the leaves or cut root of any herb when making a tincture as it is much easier to strain out of the finished tincture.

Re: cut ginkgo leaf
by Bulk Herb Store on Nov 21, 2012

1tsp to 1tbsp of tea per cup is usually what is recommended but its mostly just add what you can stand to drink. For making the tea you need to boil water first then turn it off and add your herbs and let it steep for 5-10 min. If your just taking it just for a brain boost then drinking 1-2 cups in the morning is good.

Please, take a moment and comment on this product.