Carved birch leaf

*Birch Leaf* by Jacob Hooy.

Birch (Betula) is a genus of trees in the birch family (Betulaceae).

Carved birch leaf. Carved birch leaf.

Instructions for use
Prepare as a herbal tea. Use 1 teaspoon of finely chopped leaves per teacup, and pour boiling water over them. Then leave to infuse for 10 minutes, as you would with tea. Drink 2 to 3 cups a day (between meals), either hot or cold.

Warnings
Consult a doctor, therapist or expert before using plants if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or suffering from an illness. Plants may have side effects, contraindications and interactions with other medicines.