Dried Paper Mulberry Leaves Chu Tao Ye Bulk Herbal Tea Leaves Traditional TCM Botanical

Dried Paper Mulberry Leaves, known in TCM as Chu Tao Ye (楮桃叶), from Broussonetia papyrifera, the paper mulberry tree also called Chu Shu (楮树) or Gou Shu (构树). These whole dried leaves are a classic cold-stored Chinese botanical traditionally valued in folk herbal practice. In TCM theory the leaf is considered cool in nature and is traditionally associated with soothing the skin in external washes. Sold as a raw edible-grade agricultural product for traditional herbal use.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried leaves of Broussonetia papyrifera, the paper mulberry tree
• Known in TCM as Chu Tao Ye (楮桃叶), also called Chu Shu or Gou Shu leaf
• Traditional folk botanical commonly used in external herbal washes
• Raw agricultural product with a 24-month shelf life when stored sealed
• Available in bulk by the jin with favorable pricing for larger orders

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried leaves are grayish-green to yellowish-green with a slightly rough, papery texture and a mild grassy aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light greenish-brown tone with a faintly herbal, slightly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Decocted for external herbal washes in traditional practice
• Added to foot soak blends alongside other traditional botanicals
• Brewed as a mild traditional herbal infusion
• Used in folk herbal preparations and seasonal baths

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese folk practice, Chu Tao Ye has long been used externally, most famously as a decocted wash for the skin and as a foot soak, where the cooled or warm liquid is applied to the body. The leaf is traditionally regarded as cool in nature. It has also appeared in simple folk preparations, sometimes combined with other cleansing botanicals for bathing rituals. This listing describes traditional use only and does not replace professional guidance.

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