Dried Camphor Leaves Zhang Shu Ye 500g Natural Aromatic Herb for Incense and Herbal Crafts

Dried Camphor Leaves, known in TCM as Zhang Shu Ye (樟树叶), from Cinnamomum camphora. These sun-dried whole leaves are sold as a raw botanical material, traditionally valued for their distinctive camphoraceous aroma. In TCM theory, camphor leaf is considered warm in nature and is traditionally associated with aromatic, dispersing qualities. Commonly used as a raw material for incense, sachets, and herbal crafts. Not for use as a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried camphor leaves from Cinnamomum camphora
• Known in TCM as Zhang Shu Ye (樟树叶)
• Naturally sun-dried to preserve the characteristic camphor aroma
• Traditional raw material for incense sticks, sachets, and aromatic blends
• Supplied as a 500g pack of dried botanical material

Quality & Sensory

Leaves are typically grayish-green to brownish-green with a dry, brittle texture. They carry a strong, cool camphor-like aroma that becomes more noticeable when crushed or warmed. When simmered, the leaves typically release a penetrating, resinous fragrance.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Raw material for making incense sticks and cones
• Filling for aromatic sachets and herbal pouches
• Simmered as a fragrant botanical for home air-freshening
• Ingredient in traditional herbal craft blends

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, camphor leaves have long been valued for their penetrating aromatic quality. They were traditionally simmered or burned to scent a room, included in herbal sachets, and used in folk preparations where a cooling, camphoraceous fragrance was desired. The leaves are also traditionally associated with external applications in folk herbalism, though this product is supplied as a raw aromatic material rather than a finished remedy.

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