Description
Botanical Name: Morus alba (White Mulberry), Morus nigra (Black Mulberry)
Common Names: Mulberry Leaves, Tuti Leaves
Form: Fresh or dried, whole or powdered
Color: Green (fresh), light green to olive green (dried)
Taste: Mild, grassy, slightly bitter
Fragrance: Subtle, leafy aroma when dried
Mulberry leaves are the nutrient-rich foliage of the mulberry tree, traditionally known for feeding silkworms, but increasingly valued for their medicinal, nutritional, and cosmetic uses. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins (A, B, C), minerals, and DNJ (1-deoxynojirimycin)—a compound known for regulating blood sugar.
🍃 Uses of Mulberry Leaves
Tea: Used as a herbal tea for blood sugar control and detox.
Medicinal: Supports diabetes management, immune health, and weight loss.
Skincare: Used in masks and scrubs for anti-aging and brightening effects.
Livestock & Silkworm Feed: Traditional and essential part of silkworm farming.
🧺 Care Tips for Storing Mulberry Leaves
✅ Storage
For Dried Leaves:
Store in airtight containers.
Keep in a cool, dry, and dark location.
Avoid moisture to prevent mold.
For Fresh Leaves:
Keep in the refrigerator in a zip-lock or breathable bag.
Use within 3–5 days for best quality.
✅ Shelf Life
Dried leaves: Best used within 6 to 12 months.
Powdered form: Use within 6 months; store in opaque jars.
Pure Mulberry Dry Leaves / தூய முள்ளிவேரின் உலர்ந்த இலைகள் / शुद्ध शहतूत की सूखी पत्तियाँ / శుద్ధ తుట్టగూడ్ల ఎండిన ఆకులు / ಶುದ್ಧ ತೂತದ ಒಣ ಎಲೆಗಳು / ശുദ്ധമായ മുന്തിരിച്ചെടിയുടെ ഉണക്ക ഇലകൾ