Alfalfa Leaf
Part of our Herbs range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
Alfalfa Leaf is the dried leaf of Medicago sativa, a deep-rooted legume grown around the world as one of the most nutritious forage crops. For herbal and nutrition businesses, the dried leaf is a useful green raw material for teas, powders, capsules and green food blends.
Arizone International supplies whole and cut Alfalfa Leaf in bulk for herbal tea companies, supplement manufacturers, powder processors, wholesalers and exporters.
About Alfalfa
Alfalfa is also known as lucerne, and in India as rijka or lasunghas. It is a perennial plant from the pea family that can live for several years and be cut many times in a season. Its roots can reach several metres deep, helping it draw minerals from lower soil layers and survive dry weather. Like other legumes, it works with soil bacteria to fix nitrogen from the air, which is why farmers also use it to improve soil. In India it is grown mainly as green fodder in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Maharashtra.
The name "alfalfa" is often traced to an Arabic phrase meaning "father of all foods", a sign of how highly the plant was valued in the ancient Middle East, where it was first cultivated for horses.
How the Leaf Is Prepared
For herbal use, the plants are cut before full flowering, when leaf nutrients are at their best. The leaves are separated from the thicker stems and dried quickly, either in the shade or in low-temperature dryers, to keep their green colour. Slow or sun drying turns the leaves yellow-brown and reduces quality. The dried leaves are then cleaned, sieved and supplied whole, cut (tea bag cut or TBC) or ready for milling into powder.
What Alfalfa Leaf Contains
- ChlorophyllGives the leaf its deep green colour.
- VitaminsEspecially vitamin K, along with vitamin C, carotenoids and some B vitamins.
- MineralsIncluding calcium, magnesium, potassium and iron.
- Protein and FibreThe leaf is relatively rich in both.
- Plant CompoundsSaponins, flavonoids and phytosterols.
Applications
- Herbal tea blends and green infusions
- Milling into alfalfa powder for capsules and tablets
- Green superfood blends with wheatgrass, moringa or spirulina
- Extraction for chlorophyll and green nutrition products
- Animal and pet nutrition products
- Traditional and homeopathic herbal preparations
Quality Parameters
- Leaf-to-stem ratio and foreign matter content
- Colour and aroma, reflecting good drying
- Moisture content, usually kept below about 10%
- Microbiology, including Salmonella and E. coli checks
- Pesticide residues and heavy metals
- Cut size or mesh as specified
Packaging and Storage
We pack Alfalfa Leaf in food-grade poly-lined bags or cartons, usually 10 kg to 25 kg, or as required. Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight to protect the green colour.
Safety Note for End Products
Because alfalfa is high in vitamin K, finished products should advise people on blood-thinning medicines to consult a doctor.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based supplier and exporter of herbs, botanicals and natural raw materials. We offer whole, cut and powder grades of alfalfa, flexible packaging and full export documentation.
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Specifications
- Category
- Herbs
- Physical Form
- Dried leaves – whole, cut or tea-bag cut
- Grade Options
- Food / Ayurvedic grade
- Packaging
- 25–50 kg PP or jute bags with liner, or cartons; custom packs on request
- Country of Origin
- India
- Shelf Life
- 24 months in original packing
- Storage Conditions
- Cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from sunlight, moisture and pests
Applications
- Herbal tea blends and green infusions
- Milling into alfalfa powder for capsules and tablets
- Green superfood blends with wheatgrass, moringa or spirulina
- Extraction for chlorophyll and green nutrition products
- Animal and pet nutrition products
- Traditional and homeopathic herbal preparations
Compliance
Yes. Alfalfa and lucerne are two names for the same plant, Medicago sativa, a nutrient-rich legume used in teas, supplements and animal feed.
Alfalfa Leaf is available as whole leaf, tea-bag cut (TBC) and custom cuts to suit your blending or packing line.
Yes. Along with the dried leaf, we supply Alfalfa powder for capsules, green blends and food products.
Alfalfa Leaf is sorted, sieved and cleaned to remove dust, stones and foreign matter, and then dried to a safe moisture level before packing.
We provide a COA with each lot. Phytosanitary certificates and pesticide or aflatoxin reports can be arranged for export orders.
We export Alfalfa Leaf from India to buyers in the USA, the UK, the EU, the Middle East, Australia and 40+ other countries. Orders ship by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms, with a certificate of analysis and a certificate of origin.
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