Ginkgo Biloba

Habitat & Origin

Ginkgo biloba, often called the living fossil, originates from East Asia and has been planted around temples and courtyards for centuries. The tree feels at home in temperate climates with cold winters and warm summers, on light, well-drained soils. In late summer, the fan leaves develop their full aromatic structure; shortly before coloring, they are harvested, carefully dried, and stripped of stems and coarse veins. Ginkgo reacts strongly to environment and air quality, which is why Maison Tisane selects only leaf from clean cultivation regions with controlled drying processes. This yields a leaf with a pure, dry-green scent and an elegant, slightly bitter structure.

Active compounds

Ginkgo biloba contains a refined mix of flavonoids and terpene lactones that shape the leafy, subtly bitter signature. These compounds provide a clear, precise flavor line with a soft, elegant dryness in the aftertaste. In infusions, they bring peace, structure, and an almost analytical clarity — a silent green tone that refines blends without dominating.

Ayurvedic approach

Ginkgo is energetically read as a cool, dry, and ordering leaf that mainly soothes Pitta and offers Kapha clarity, while Vata remains largely neutral. The fan leaves are iconic within East Asian culture, where the tree symbolizes endurance and seasonal wisdom. In infusions, ginkgo carries a quiet, analytical quality: a subtle bitter-green tone that creates space and makes the flavor profile more precise and quieter.

Flavour profile & Blending

Precautions