Ginkgo leaf has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its wellness-supporting properties. Also spelled gingko, the leaves can be utilized in extracts, infusions, and herbal formulations.
Ginkgo biloba leaf is sweet, bitter and astringent, which is beneficial to heart and lung, dampness and diarrhea. According to the records of Chinese Materia Medica, it can "astringe the lung qi, relieve asthma and cough, and stop turbid belt". According to modern pharmacological research, Ginkgo biloba has a wide range of effects on human and animal body, such as improving cardiovascular and peripheral vascular circulation function, improving myocardial ischemia, promoting memory and improving brain function. In addition, it can reduce blood viscosity and scavenge free radicals.
Chinese Name | 银杏叶 |
Pin Yin Name | Yin Xing Ye |
English Name | Ginkgo Leaf |
Latin Name | Folium Ginkgo |
Botanical Name | Ginkgo biloba L. |
Other name | ginkgo leaf, folium ginkgo, ginkgo biloba tree leaf, ginko tree leaf, Yin Xing Ye |
Appearance | Brown Leaf |
Smell and Taste | Bitter, astringent |
Specification | Whole, slices, powder (We can also extract if you need) |
Part Used | Leaf |
Shelf life | 2 Years |
Storage | Store in cool and dry places, keep away from strong light |
Shipment | By Sea, Air, Express, Train |
1. Ginkgo Biloba Leaf can resolve dampness and check diarrhea;
2. Ginkgo Biloba Leaf can remove blood stasis and relieves pain;
3. Ginkgo Biloba Leaf can tonify the heart and astringe the lung;
4. Ginkgo Biloba Leaf can ease symptoms of chronic coughs and shortness of breath.