Common Name:

Alfalfa

Botanical Name:

Medicago sativa

Short Description:

Alfalfa is a deeply nourishing herb rich in vitamins, minerals, and chlorophyll. It is commonly used as a gentle restorative for depleted states, to support lactation, and to aid digestion and detoxification.

🌿 Looking for deep nutritive nourishment and gentle detox support? Our Spring Awakening tea and Women's Wellness blend are crafted with nutritive and restorative botanicals that complement alfalfa's mineral-rich, nourishing action.

Parts Used:

Aerial parts (leaves and sprouts)

Actions:

Nutritive, alterative, diuretic, mild phytoestrogen, digestive tonic

Energetics:

Cooling, slightly drying

Body Systems:

Endocrine, digestive, urinary, musculoskeletal

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Embodies abundance, nourishment, and the generosity of the earth. Alfalfa reminds us that true vitality comes from being deeply fed — by food, by community, and by connection to the natural world.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Venus and Jupiter
Dosha: Balances Vata and Pitta

Safety Notes:

Avoid with autoimmune conditions (may stimulate immune activity). Use cautiously with blood thinners due to vitamin K content. Generally very safe as a food herb and daily tea.

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If alfalfa's nutritive and restorative properties resonate with you, these blends from our apothecary are a nourishing complement:

• Spring Awakening — A revitalizing seasonal tea with nutritive botanicals like nettle and dandelion for gentle daily nourishment and detoxification.
• Women's Wellness — A deeply nourishing daily tea with mineral-rich botanicals to support reproductive health, hormonal balance, and whole-body vitality.

As always, consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new herbal regimen.