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Sweet Woodruff 50 grs.
€5.35
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Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum) is a traditional European aromatic plant known for its pleasant fragrance and its use in herbal and aromatic preparations. This 50 grams of dried plant format allows you to prepare infusions, botanical blends or aromatic uses while taking advantage of the plant’s characteristic sweet scent. At Edabea, we carefully select this plant to offer a high-quality product within our specialised catalogue. Buy online with discreet shipping, secure SSL payment and expert customer support.
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What is Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum)
Galium odoratum, commonly known as sweet woodruff, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. It belongs to the Rubiaceae botanical family and typically grows in humid forests and shaded environments.
The plant is especially valued for its distinctive aroma, reminiscent of freshly cut hay when the leaves are dried or crushed. This natural fragrance has made it traditionally popular in both herbal preparations and aromatic uses.
Plant characteristics
- Dried Galium odoratum plant
- 50 grams format
- Characteristic sweet aroma
- Traditionally used in infusions and aromatic preparations
- Popular for potpourri and herbal blends
When dried, the leaves intensify their fragrance, making this plant especially appreciated for sachets, potpourri and traditional botanical preparations.
Traditional use
Sweet Woodruff has been used in various European traditions both in herbal infusions and to flavour drinks and foods. It has also been used in aromatic blends to scent spaces or textiles.
Within modern ethnobotanical use, the dried plant is mainly used in infusions, herbal blends or aromatic preparations.
Suggested use
- Add a small amount of dried plant to hot water.
- Let it steep for 10–15 minutes.
- Strain before drinking the infusion.
- It can also be used in aromatic macerations with wine or alcohol.
In some traditional European preparations, the plant is left to infuse in white wine for several hours to release its characteristic aroma.
Storage
To preserve the quality of dried Sweet Woodruff, store the product in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Keeping the container tightly closed will help maintain its natural aroma for longer.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sweet Woodruff?
Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum) is a European aromatic plant known for its sweet fragrance and its traditional use in herbal infusions and aromatic preparations.
What does Sweet Woodruff smell like?
When dried or crushed, the plant releases an intense aroma reminiscent of freshly cut hay.
How is it traditionally used?
It has traditionally been used in infusions, wine macerations and aromatic blends to scent foods or spaces.
How should the dried plant be stored?
It should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct light, with the container tightly closed.
Why buy Sweet Woodruff from Edabea?
Edabea is a specialised ethnobotanical store that carefully selects its suppliers. We offer discreet shipping, secure SSL payment and expert customer support.
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