Ginkgo Leaf Powder (Ginkgo biloba)

Ground dried leaves of Ginkgo biloba, the Maidenhair Tree, in convenient powder format. Same source plant as our Ginkgo Leaf - the powder is ready for capsule filling, direct smoothie addition, or quick tea preparation without further grinding.

Key Facts

Botanical name

Ginkgo biloba

Family

Ginkgoaceae (the only living species in this order)

Format

Ground leaf powder (ready for direct use)

"Living fossil"

The species has remained essentially unchanged for 200+ million years

Studied compounds

Flavonoid glycosides (ginkgo flavone glycosides), terpene lactones (ginkgolides, bilobalide)

About Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba is one of the most remarkable plants on Earth - the sole surviving species of an order of trees that flourished during the dinosaur era and has remained essentially unchanged for over 200 million years. Traditional Chinese use focused on the nuts; modern Western use focuses on standardized leaf extracts for cognitive and circulatory support. Ginkgo is one of the most-studied herbs in modern pharmacology.

Why Powder Instead of Whole Leaf?

Powder is convenient for applications where whole leaf is awkward: capsule filling, smoothies, quick tea preparation. Standardized extracts (with specific flavonoid glycoside and terpene lactone concentrations) deliver more research-backed cognitive support than simple leaf powder, but both formats are useful.

How to Use Ginkgo Powder

Capsules: fill size 00 capsules; typical use is 1-2 daily. Smoothies: 1/2-1 teaspoon blended in. Tea: stir 1 teaspoon into 8 oz hot water; steep 5 minutes; strain through fine cloth.

Important Safety Information

Ginkgo has anticoagulant properties. Do not combine with prescription blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel, etc.). Stop use in the weeks before surgery. Can interact with seizure medications. Consult a healthcare provider before regular use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Ginkgo Leaf and Ginkgo Powder?
Same leaves, different particle size. Powder is for direct use; whole leaf is for traditional tea preparation.

Does Ginkgo interact with medications?
Yes; significantly with blood thinners and seizure medications. Consult a healthcare provider.

What is Ginkgo used for?
Most commonly for cognitive support, memory, and circulation.

Is Ginkgo really a "living fossil"?
Yes; the species has remained essentially unchanged for over 200 million years.

Should I stop Ginkgo before surgery?
Yes; standard practice is to stop ginkgo 1-2 weeks before scheduled surgery due to anticoagulant effects.

What's the difference between leaf powder and standardized extract?
Standardized extract concentrates the active compounds to specific levels; leaf powder provides smaller quantities in whole-leaf context.

This product has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.