Senna Pods (Folículos de Sen) – Dried Herb for Traditional Herbal Tea & Infusions

Senna Pods (Folículos de Sen)

Whole dried senna pods with a mild, earthy-green aroma and a subtly grassy taste. A classic botanical traditionally steeped as a warm herbal infusion.

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About & Traditional Use

Senna pods, known in Spanish as folículos de sen, are the dried seed pods of the senna plant. They are carefully cleaned and dried to preserve their natural light-brown color and delicate, hay-like aroma. The flavor is mild and earthy with a faintly bittersweet, grassy note.

In many households senna pods are a familiar pantry botanical, traditionally enjoyed as a simple hot-water infusion, often lightly sweetened with honey or paired with other dried herbs for a warming cup.

How to Use

To brew an infusion, add about 1 teaspoon of dried senna pods to a cup of freshly boiled water. Cover and steep for 5 to 10 minutes, then strain. Adjust the steeping time to reach the strength and flavor you prefer.

Senna pods blend well with other dried botanicals. Try combining them with mint, chamomile, or a slice of fresh ginger, and finish with honey or a twist of lemon to round out the cup.

Recipes

Classic Senna Infusion: Steep 1 teaspoon of pods in hot water for 8 minutes, strain, and sweeten with honey.

Mint & Senna Blend: Combine senna pods with a small handful of dried mint leaves, steep together, and serve warm.

Ginger-Lemon Cup: Steep senna pods with a slice of fresh ginger, then finish with a squeeze of lemon.

FAQ

Are senna pods caffeine-free? Yes. As a plant-based botanical infusion, senna pods contain no caffeine.

How should I store them? Keep the pods in an airtight container away from heat, moisture, and direct light to preserve freshness and aroma.

How long do they last? When stored properly in a cool, dry place, dried senna pods keep their character for a long time.

Can I blend them with other herbs? Absolutely. They pair nicely with mint, chamomile, ginger, and other dried herbs for custom infusions.

Sold for traditional culinary/infusion use only. No medicinal or health claims are made.

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