Organic Alfalfa Leaf

Medicago sativa

Mineral-Rich Traditional Nutritive Herb

Alfalfa is a classic nutritive herb with a long history of use as both food and herbal support. Its leafy aerial portions naturally contain a broad range of plant nutrients, making alfalfa a popular addition to everyday wellness teas and nourishing herbal blends.

Rather than being an herb typically reserved for one specific concern, alfalfa is traditionally valued as a gentle, nourishing botanical for overall vitality and wellness.

Traditionally Used To Support

• General wellness and vitality
• Nutritional and mineral support
• Healthy digestion
• Normal elimination
• Women's wellness
• Healthy bones and connective tissues as part of a nutritious diet
• Overall restorative and nutritive herbal support

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Medicago sativa
Common Name: Alfalfa
Plant Part: Leaf / aerial portions
Form: Cut & sifted dried herb
Growing Method: Organic

Suggested Preparation

Herbal Tea / Infusion

Add approximately 1–2 teaspoons of dried alfalfa leaf per 8 oz of hot water.

Cover and steep for 10–15 minutes, then strain.

For a stronger nutritive infusion, alfalfa can also be combined with herbs such as nettle, oatstraw, or red clover and allowed to steep longer.

Its mild, grassy flavor makes it an easy addition to everyday herbal tea blends.

Contraindications & Precautions

Alfalfa is generally used as a food-like nutritive herb, but it isn't appropriate for everyone.

Alfalfa naturally contains vitamin K, so individuals taking warfarin (Coumadin) or other vitamin-K-sensitive anticoagulant therapy should speak with their healthcare professional before using alfalfa regularly and should keep vitamin K intake consistent.

Alfalfa may influence blood sugar. Those taking medication for diabetes or blood-sugar management should consult their healthcare professional before regular use.

Because alfalfa contains naturally occurring phytoestrogenic compounds, consult a healthcare professional before medicinal use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or with hormone-sensitive conditions.

Alfalfa has also been associated with lupus-like effects in susceptible individuals, particularly with concentrated alfalfa seed products or supplements containing L-canavanine. Individuals with lupus or another autoimmune condition should consult their healthcare professional before medicinal use.

Keep out of reach of children.

A Little Apothecary Lore 🌿

Alfalfa's history stretches back thousands of years. Its name is often traced through Arabic and Persian agricultural traditions, where the plant became prized as an exceptionally nourishing crop.

In modern folk-magic traditions, alfalfa has become associated with prosperity, abundance, protection from scarcity, and keeping the home provided for.

That makes this humble green herb rather perfect for The Black Cat Apothecary: nourishment for the body on one side of its history, abundance for the home on the other. 🐈⬛🌿

Ingredients

100% Organic Alfalfa Leaf (Medicago sativa)

No fillers, flavors, preservatives, or additives.

Thoughtfully selected to honor the traditions of herbalism and the enduring relationship between people and plants.

FDA Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.