Loquat leaves

Eriobotrya japonica

infusion

Large downy leaves, brushed, dried and roasted, as a mild, slightly bitter tea.

Origin

China and Japan

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

Brush the down off the leaves before drying them: it irritates the throat.

Did you know?

In Japan, Buddhist temples prepared it for the sick: the tree was planted there for its leaves as much as for its fruits.