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Alfalfa plant Medicago sativa flowering Dried alfalfa leaf apothecary herb

Alfalfa

C$7.00Price
C$7.00 per 100 Grams

Medicago sativa

Also known as: Lucerne

French: Luzerne

Alfalfa is a deeply rooted perennial legume long valued in traditional Western herbalism as a nourishing botanical. Known primarily as a foundational herb rather than a strongly directional one, it has historically been incorporated into preparations intended to provide gentle nutritive support and restore a sense of steadiness during periods of depletion or recovery. Because of its long agricultural history as both fodder and food crop, alfalfa occupies a unique place at the intersection of nourishment and herbal tradition.

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  • Energetics (Traditional Herbal Perspective)

    Neutral to slightly cooling
    Moistening
    Nutritive
    Grounding

    In classical Western herbal interpretation, alfalfa is considered supportive where rebuilding and maintenance are desired rather than stimulation.

  • Primary Body Systems Traditionally Associated

    Digestive system
    Skeletal system
    General nutritive support
    Urinary system

  • Herbal Actions (Materia Medica Language)

    Nutritive tonic
    Mild alterative (traditional classification)
    Mineral rich supportive herb
    Gentle digestive supporter

    These terms reflect traditional herbal categorization and historical usage patterns.

  • Traditional Context of Use

    Alfalfa appears in Eclectic and folk traditions as a plant associated with nourishment and rebuilding. It was often included in daily infusions or food like preparations intended to accompany seasonal transitions, convalescence, or times of increased physical demand. Its role was typically supportive and sustaining, forming part of broader formulas rather than acting as a primary botanical focus.

  • Preparation Methods

    Commonly prepared as an infusion.
    Historically incorporated into nutritive herbal blends or powdered preparations.

  • Taste & Sensory Qualities

    Mild
    Green and grassy
    Slightly sweet

    Its gentle flavor reflects its traditional placement among nourishing herbs suitable for regular inclusion.

  • Plant Part Used

    Leaf and aerial parts.

  • Bioregional Note

    Alfalfa is not native to Nova Scotia. Originally from regions of Western Asia and the Mediterranean, it has been widely cultivated in North America as an agricultural crop and is now well established as a naturalized forage plant.

  • Available Format

    Dried cut and sifted herb suitable for traditional apothecary preparation.

  • Educational Disclaimer

    This botanical is provided as a traditional herbal material intended for personal and educational use within the practice of herbal preparation. It is not represented as a therapeutic product under Health Canada’s Natural Health Product regulations.

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