Witch Hazel Leaf

Botanical Name: Hamamelis virginiana

🌍 Where It’s Grown

Witch Hazel is native to North America, especially the eastern United States and Canada.
Your batches are typically harvested from forest edges and moist woodland areas, where the plant develops its potent astringent and cleansing qualities.

🌿 Benefits

• Naturally astringent — supports skin health from the inside out
• Traditionally used to help soothe inflammation, mild swelling, and irritation
• Supports digestive wellness
• May help ease sore throats when brewed as tea
• Energetically used to cleanse, clarify, and remove stagnant energy
• Historically used in folk medicine for purification and healing

🔥 Hot Brew or ❄️ Cold Brew?

Best as a hot brew.

Hot Brew:
• 1 tsp per cup
• Water 200–212°F
• Steep 10 minutes
• Flavor is mild, woody, and slightly tannic

Cold Brew:
• Possible, but much weaker
• Cold infusion will produce a very subtle, almost flavorless tea

🍯 Flavor Pairings to Improve Taste

Witch Hazel Leaf is mild but tannic, so it pairs well with:

• Peppermint
• Lemon balm
• Chamomile
• Cinnamon
• Orange peel
• Honey or agave
• Ginger (adds warmth and depth)

🌬 Can It Be Smoked in an Herbal Cigarette?

No.
Witch Hazel Leaf is not traditionally used in smoke blends and can be harsh or irritating when burned.

✨ Spiritual / Metaphysical Uses

• Strong cleansing herb for removing stagnant energy or emotional residue
• Excellent for purification rituals and resetting personal space
• Helps restore clarity, boundaries, and emotional balance
• Associated with protection and releasing old attachments
• Great herb for spiritual baths or cleansing teas (energetic, not topical)

⚠ Contraindications

• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Use caution if you have sensitive digestion (astringency may be strong for some)
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition
• Always consult a professional when needed

📦 How to Store

• Keep in a tightly sealed container
• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight
• Avoid moisture to maintain freshness
• Shelf life: approx. 1–2 years