Soursop Leaf (Annona muricata)

Soursop (Annona muricata), commonly known as graviola or guanabana is a tropical fruit from the Annonaceae family. It has gained significant attention for its potential health benefits. This sacred leaf has been revered by traditional healers worldwide for centuries, with unique regional applications backed by modern research. Soursop leaf is botanically complex, containing vitamins, minerals, and compounds like acetogenins that are rare in other plants. These elements contribute to its historical use in wellness practices.

2 oz $17.99

Traditional Jamaican and Caribbean Uses:
For generations, Jamaican healers have brewed soursop leaf tea to:  
☀️ Support calm energy 
🌿 Promote restful sleep 
🍵 After-meal digestion 

In Haiti & Trinidad it is used for ancestral offerings. Leaves are placed under pillows to ward off "bad dreams."  
Used in vodou remedies, when combined with mapou bark it is traditionally used for energetic cleansing. 

Key Nutrients & Compounds:  

1. Vitamins:
- Vitamin C (12mg/100g dried leaf) – Supports antioxidant activity  
- B Vitamins (B1, B2) – Found in trace amounts (Jamaican Ag. Research, 2022)  

2. Minerals (Per 100g):
- Magnesium (52mg) – Important for metabolic function  
- Potassium (417mg) – Electrolyte balance  
- Zinc (1.2mg) & Iron (3.4mg) – Micronutrient support  

3. Bioactive Compounds:  
- Annonaceous Acetogenins (Unique to Annonaceae family) – Studied for cellular interactions  
- Quercetin (8.7mg/g) – Flavonoid with antioxidant properties
- Alkaloids (Reticuline, Coreximine) – Traditional calming effects

- 3x higher phenolic content than fruit pulp (ORAC Database, 2023)  
- Contains 14+ identified terpenes (Phytochemical Analysis, 2021)  

Our Jamaican Soursop Leaf Difference:  
✓ Wildcrafted in the Blue Mountains  
✓ Shade-dried to preserve volatile oils  
✓ Packaged in eco friendly, biodegradable kraft pouch

2 oz $17.99