Medicinal herbs

Property Specification
Color Varies (green, purple, yellow, etc., depending on the herb)
Size Varies (typically 5 - 20 cm in length for dried herbs)
Shape Leaves, flowers, stems, or roots depending on the herb
Moisture Content 5 - 10% (for dried herbs)
Aroma Aromatic, varying by herb (e.g., minty, floral, spicy)
Texture Dry, brittle (for dried herbs) or fresh, leafy
Active Compounds Varies (e.g., alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenes)
Defects Max 2-5% defective (moldy, damaged, or contaminated)
Weight Varies by herb and form (e.g., 10 - 100 grams per bundle of dried herb)
Uses Medicinal, culinary, or aromatic applications (teas, oils, extracts, poultices)
Storage Should be kept in a cool, dry, dark place to preserve potency