Recipe
Glechoma hederacea — Herbal infusion (tea) (Leaf)
- Herb:
- Ground ivy Glechoma hederacea
- Method:
- Herbal infusion (tea)
- Plant part:
- Leaf
About 10 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Use 1–2 teaspoons dried leafy stems per cup.
- Pour boiling water, cover, and steep 8–12 minutes.
- Strain — aromatic taste similar to related mint-family plants.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Notes
Do not confuse with thyme by leaf shape when gathering.
Why it works
Hot water and infusion time govern the release of polar metabolites and part of the volatile oils; a home infusion is not the same as a standardised tea extract from registered preparations.
Related
Ground ivy — Herb card
Herbal infusion (tea) — Processing method detail