Chun Mee, Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Cut & Sifted Herb

Description ShareTweetPinLinkedInPrintEmail Chun Mee, Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Cut & Sifted Herb HERB COMMON NAME :   Chun Mee, Green Tea HERB SCIENTIFIC NAME :   Camellia Sinensis FAMILY :  Theaceae ASSOCIATIONS & CORRESPONDENCES : Element: Water Planet: Moon Day:  Monday Direction: West Zodiac Sign:  Cancer Energy:  Yin Gender: Feminine Animal:  Crab, Turtle, Sphinx   Parts Used:  Leaves and Buds Description:  Green tea is obtained from the same plant cultivated on the tea plantations of Asia where black tea is produced. The difference between the two is the low rate of oxidation permitted while processing the leaves of the former. Black tea leaves are processed by drying them. Green tea leaves are processed by steaming. The difference in the processing preserves the integrity of the nutrients and allows it to provide you with many benefits that will leave you healthier. Green tea one of the most popular beverages in the world and has been used since at least 3000 B.C. to promote longevity, improve mental functions, and prevent disease. Historically, green tea has been cited as an antimicrobial, antioxidant, astringent, cytotoxic & anti-cancer, cardiotonic, diuretic, immuno-stimulant, and nervine stimulant. Green tea makes a satisfying brewed beverage, and the dried leaf is also used to produce infusions and extracts for skin toners, liquid soaps, shampoos and other cosmetics. The powdered leaf is used in facial masks and body powders, sometimes in combination with other powdered herbs. Historical Uses:  diabetes, obesity, hepatitis, inflammation, heart disease, brain disease, mental health, stress, anti-cancer, anti-tumor, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, antioxidant, antimicrobial, astringent, cytotoxic, cardiotonic, diuretic, immune support, energy, anxiety Mystical Attributes:  Green tea brings riches and luxury.  Place fresh leaves in vessels of water on the altar during money and prosperity rituals. Mystical Intentions:  money, prosperity Botany, Cultivation & Harvesting:  Camellia sinensis is native to East, South and Southeast Asia, but it is today cultivated across the world in tropical and subtropical regions. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree of the Theaceae family that is usually trimmed to below 2 m (6.6 ft) when cultivated for its leaves. It has a strong taproot. The flowers are yellow-white, 2.5–4 cm (0.98–1.6 in) in diameter, with 7 to 8 petals. The leaves are 4–15 cm (1.6–5.9 in) long and 2–5 cm (0.79–2.0 in) broad. Fresh tea leaves contain about 4% caffeine. The young, light green leaves are preferably harvested for tea production; they have short white hairs on the underside. Older leaves are deeper green. Different leaf ages produce differing tea qualities, since their chemical compositions are different. White tea, yellow tea, green tea, oolong, pu-erh tea and black tea are all harvested from this species, but are processed differently to attain different levels of oxidation. Camellia sinensis is mainly cultivated in tropical and subtropical climates, in full to part sun, in areas with at least 50 inches of rainfall a year. Tea plants prefer a rich and moist soil. Sow seed as soon as it is ripe in a greenhouse. Stored seed should be pre-soaked for 24 hours in warm water and the hard covering around the micropyle should be filed down to leave a thin covering. It usually germinates in 1 – 3 months at 23°C. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in light shade in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent garden locations when they are more than 15cm tall and give them some protection from winter cold for their first few years outdoors. Seedlings take 4 – 12 years before they start to produce seed. Tea plants can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The tip (bud) and the first two to three leaves are harvested for processing. This hand picking is repeated every one to two weeks. Leaves are dried whole or ground into green tea powder. Store green tea leaves or green tea powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Contraindications & Toxicity: My pose an increased risk of caffeine toxicity with various medications. Avoid during pregnancy & lactation (may be associated with miscarriage or preterm delivery), in children (developing nervous system more sensitive to effects of caffeine), liver disease, and cardiac arrhythmias. Use caution in anemia (may inhibit iron absorption). May inhibit absorption of drugs and nutrients (eg. Iron & Calcium) due to high tannin content. Increased risk of caffeine toxicity with CYP1A2 substrates, cimetidine, disulfiram, enoxacin, MAOIs, estrogens, OCPs, alcohol, fluconazole, furafylline, isoniazid, ketoconazole, macrolides, and lithium (when abruptly stopped). Amphetamines & nicotine may increase CNS effects. May decrease efficacy of drug, inhibit effects, or reduce bioavailability of boronic acid-based protease inhibitors (e.g. bortezomib), Sunitinib, anti-coagulants (e.g. Warfarin), barbiturates, benzodiazepine, anti-hypertensives, anti-hyperglycemics, and folate. May increase drug levels or bioavailability of immunosuppressives, Sildenafil and statins.   Constituents:  Polyphenols Flavonoids, including epicatechin, epicatechin-3-gallate, epigallocatechin & epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) Caffeine Amino Acids (Theanine) Xanthine Alkaloids Condensed Tannins (proanthocyanidins) Oxalates     Sources: https://spiritartsandherbs.com/sources **IMPORTANT INFORMATON: Products are sold as curio items for entertainment purposes only and based upon historical and magical uses.  We do not imply or guarantee that any items provide specific abilities, powers, outcomes, remedies, or treatments. Any information provided on listings or through private conversation is intended for educational purposes only and are based on historical folklore and traditions, and should not replace the advice of a physician. Use our products at your own risk. By purchasing this item, you understand and release Spirit Arts & Herbs Inc from any liability. 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