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Senna Leaves Wild Crafted Dried Cut Bulk ~ Senna Alexandrina

Senna Leaves Wild Crafted Dried Cut Bulk ~ Senna Alexandrina

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Botanical Name: Senna Alexandrina

Senna, also known as locust plant, is a member of the pea family that is native to Egypt and cultivated in several other tropical countries, including India and Somalia. Because the herb was transported across the Mediterranean Sea to Europe and Asia via the Egyptian seaport of Alexandria, senna is also known as Egyptian Senna and Alexandrian Senna.

The active compounds in senna are a group of glycosides collectively referred to as sennosides. These compounds interact with fatty acids in the intestinal tract to promote digestion, while relaxing the smooth muscle of the intestines to increase transit time.

Senna leaf tastes bitter and unpleasant. Combine the herb with ginger or fennel to enhance flavor when taken as tea.

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