Leaf of Life

Leaf of Life makes a functional yet decorative (house)plant for medicinal herb gardeners/collectors. Locals in the Caribbean harvest fresh leaves to make tea. Lightly boil leaves in water then simmer to drink for relieving respiratory discomforts, and mild food poisoning from parasites. Honey can be added in tea for soothing benefits and improving taste if desired. Leaf of Life is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, anti-viral. Raw leaves are blended as smoothie with coconut water, and Aloe Vera for combatting the flu.Fresh leaves are crushed to directly apply on open wound to promote faster healing. Crushed leaves can be placed over the forehead to relieve headaches. Before using or ingesting this plant, doing your own research is highly recommended. Leaf of Life AKA Miracle Leaf, Love Bush, Bryophyllum calycinum, Bryophyllum pinnatum, Kalamchoe pinnata. Though it is native to Madagascar, this plant is commonly grown in homes of the Caribbean and Jamaica. It will need to be p