Senna Leaves Powder

Senna Leaf Powder, derived from the leaves of the Cassia angustifolia plant, a shrub native to North Africa and the Middle East. This finely milled powder is celebrated for its traditional use in herbal practices.

The powder is a fine, olive-green to khaki-brown colour with a mild, earthy, slightly sweet and woody aroma. The plant is also classified as Senna alexandrina and is known in Hindi and Urdu as sana and sonamukhi. It is traditionally used in herbal tea blends and is also sold as a dried botanical for craft and herbal preparations.

Key Features of Senna Leaf Powder

• Ease of Use: The powdered form ensures simple preparation, whether steeped into herbal teas or mixed with water.
• Culinary and Traditional Applications: Commonly incorporated into traditional herbal tea blends.
• Mild and Herbal Flavor: A subtle, earthy taste ideal for herbal teas or infusions.

Why Choose Senna Leaf Powder?

Versatile Form: Perfect for teas or traditional preparations.
Traditional Roots: A trusted ingredient in herbal traditions for centuries.
Convenient Preparation: Easy to steep and strain.

How to use it
For a simple infusion, stir a little of the powder into just-boiled water, cover and steep, then strain through a fine mesh or paper filter. Follow the preparation directions and cautions on the pack, and speak to a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication. Keep the powder sealed in a cool, dry place away from light. Technique tip: strain well, since the fine powder stays in suspension and leaves sediment in the cup.

Botanical and Cultural Significance

Botanical Name: Cassia angustifolia
Common Names:

• English: Senna Leaf Powder
• Hindi: सोनामुखी पाउडर (Sonamukhi Powder)
• Arabic: مسحوق أوراق السنا (Mas'ooq Awraq al-Sana)
• Other: Séné Poudre, Senna Pulver, Cassia angustifolia Pulver