Raspberry Leaf, Tea Cut (Organic)

Red raspberry leaf is one of the great unsung herbs of the apothecary. Not the berry — the leaf, which has been used by women across cultures for centuries as a nourishing tonic, a uterine strengthener, and a gentle ally through every stage of the reproductive cycle. It tastes remarkably like a mild black tea, which makes it one of the most approachable medicinal herbs for daily use — and one of the easiest to build a consistent habit around.

Our raspberry leaf is certified organic, tea cut, and harvested at peak nutritional density. Mild, slightly astringent, and pleasantly earthy — with a clean, tea-like quality that blends beautifully or stands alone. Rubus idaeus, the true red raspberry, not a substitute species. Rich in tannins, fragarine, and an impressive array of vitamins and minerals.

Traditionally Used to Support

• Uterine tone & reproductive wellness — raspberry leaf's most celebrated traditional use; fragarine, a unique alkaloid found in raspberry leaf, is traditionally used to tone and strengthen uterine muscle; used by midwives and herbalists for centuries as a uterine tonic
• Menstrual support — traditionally used to ease cramping, support healthy cycle regularity, and reduce excessive menstrual flow; one of the most widely used herbs for menstrual wellness in European and North American herbalism
• Pregnancy preparation & support — one of the most traditionally used herbs in the third trimester to tone the uterus in preparation for labor; consult your midwife or OB before use during pregnancy
• Nutrient-dense tonic — exceptionally rich in magnesium, potassium, iron, calcium, and vitamins C, E, and B complex; one of the most nutritionally dense herbs available for daily tonic use
• Digestive support — the tannin content makes raspberry leaf a gentle astringent for the digestive tract; traditionally used to ease mild diarrhea and soothe irritated digestive tissue
• Immune support — high vitamin C content and antioxidant flavonoids support overall immune resilience

How to Use

As a tea: Steep 1–2 teaspoons of tea cut raspberry leaf in 8–10 oz of just-boiled water for 10–15 minutes, covered. Mild, slightly astringent, and pleasantly tea-like — one of the most drinkable medicinal herbs. Naturally caffeine-free. Excellent as a daily tonic tea, hot or iced. Pairs beautifully with red clover, nettle, and oat straw for a classic women's nourishing blend.

Nourishing herbal infusion: For maximum mineral and nutrient extraction, steep 1 oz of dried raspberry leaf in 1 quart of just-boiled water for 4–8 hours, covered. Strain and drink throughout the day. This is the method favored by herbalist Susun Weed for deep nutritive support.

Blending: Raspberry leaf is one of the great blending herbs — mild enough to use as a base in virtually any women's wellness blend. Pairs especially well with red clover, nettle, chamomile, lemon balm, and rose petals.

Tincture: Macerate in high-proof alcohol for 4–6 weeks. Useful in menstrual support and women's tonic formulas.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Properly stored, dried raspberry leaf retains its potency for 1–2 years.

Certified organic. Tea cut. Small batch sourced.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Consult your midwife or OB before using during pregnancy.