Description

Specifications

Product Type
leaves/ CUT

English/Common Name
Henna, Egyptian Privet, Camphire, Henna, Henna Tree, Mignonette Tree

Botanical Name
Lawsonia inermis

Origin
Egypt

General Usage

Henna imparts an orange-red dye and the leaf paste is used for decorating hands, nails, and feet with color patterns. Henna leaves are also used as a remedy for skin ailments like burns, bruises, and skin inflammation. As a medicinal plant, Henna exhibits antibacterial effect.

Overview

Henna belongs to the family Lythraceae and it is grown in tropical and subtropical areas. is attributed to strong fungicidal, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antibacterial, virucidal, antiparasitic, antiamoebiasis, astringent, antihemorrhagic, hypotensive, sedative, anticancer effects, and possible anti-sweating properties.

Common Names

Spanish: alcana; alhena; Jenna; reseda
French: henne; henné
German: Hennastrauch
Vietnam: lá mòn; nhuôm móng.

Storage Conditions:

Henna should be kept in an airtight container/ bottle away from direct sunlight in a cool & dry place

Packing and Shipment

Whole/ leaves/ Crushed