Composition
100% Papaya Leaf Powder — Carica papaya
No added colour, flavour, preservative, filler or other ingredient when supplied as a single botanical powder.
Botanical Information
- Common Name: Papaya Leaf
- Product Name: Papaya Leaf Powder
- Botanical Name: Carica papaya
- Family: Caricaceae
- Plant Part: Leaf
- Form: Fine Powder
- Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
- Colour: Green to greenish-brown
- Aroma: Characteristic leafy herbal aroma
- Texture: Fine powdered botanical material
What Is Papaya Leaf Powder?
Papaya Leaf Powder is prepared from the dried leaves of Carica papaya, the papaya plant.
The leaves are cleaned, dried and finely ground to produce a convenient powdered botanical form. The powder can be used as a raw material for permitted traditional herbal, cosmetic or other applications.
Product Features
- 100% papaya leaf powder.
- Botanical source: Carica papaya.
- Made from dried papaya leaves.
- Fine and convenient powdered format.
- Suitable as botanical raw material.
- Characteristic natural green herbal appearance.
- No added ingredients when supplied as a single botanical powder.
- Suitable for permitted traditional or cosmetic applications.
- Natural variations in colour, aroma and particle size may occur.
Traditional & Botanical Uses
Papaya leaves have a history of traditional use in various cultures. Papaya leaf powder may be used as a botanical ingredient in traditional preparations or as a raw material for permitted applications.
Traditional use does not establish a medical benefit or disease-treatment effect.
For cosmetic applications, it can be incorporated into suitable formulations according to the requirements of the finished product.
How to Use
Use according to the intended application and product instructions.
For Botanical Preparations
Measure the required quantity according to the relevant formulation or practitioner's instructions.
For Cosmetic Applications
Use as an ingredient in a suitable formulation according to the cosmetic manufacturer's formulation and safety requirements.
For internal consumption, use only where the product is specifically manufactured, labelled and permitted for food/internal use.
Powder vs Whole Leaf
| Product | Form |
|---|---|
| Papaya Leaf | Whole/Fresh or dried leaf |
| Papaya Leaf Powder | Fine dried leaf powder |
| Papaya Leaf Coarse | Coarse dried leaf material |
This listing is for fine Papaya Leaf Powder.
Indian Regional Names
- Hindi: Papita Patta / Papita Ke Patte — पपीता पत्ता / पपीते के पत्ते
- Marathi: Papai Pan / Papai Cha Pan — पपई पान / पपईचे पान
- Gujarati: Papai na Paan — પપૈયાના પાન
- Bengali: Pepe Pata — পেঁপে পাতা
- Tamil: Papali Ilai — பப்பாளி இலை
- Telugu: Boppayi Aaku — బొప్పాయి ఆకు
- Kannada: Parangi Hannina Ele / Papaya Ele — ಪಪ್ಪಾಯಿ ಎಲೆ
- Malayalam: Pappaya Ila — പപ്പായ ഇല
- Punjabi: Papita De Patte — ਪਪੀਤੇ ਦੇ ਪੱਤੇ
- English: Papaya Leaf / Papaya Leaves
- Botanical: Carica papaya
Natural Characteristics
Papaya Leaf Powder may naturally vary in:
- Green to greenish-brown colour
- Powder fineness
- Aroma
- Texture
- Moisture content
Variation may result from leaf maturity, growing conditions, drying method and processing.
Quality Characteristics
Good-quality Papaya Leaf Powder should have:
- Correct botanical identity
- Clean dried leaves
- Characteristic leafy aroma
- Appropriate dryness
- Uniform powder consistency
- Low foreign matter
- No visible mould
- No insect infestation
- No unusual odour
- Hygienic packaging
- Batch traceability
Quality Testing
Depending on the intended application:
Physical Testing
- Appearance
- Colour
- Odour
- Moisture
- Foreign matter
- Particle size
Botanical Authentication
- Macroscopic identification
- Microscopic examination
- Botanical authentication
- Reference comparison
Safety Testing
Where applicable:
- Microbial limits
- Heavy metals
- Pesticide residues
- Aflatoxins
- Other relevant contaminants
Storage
Store Papaya Leaf Powder:
- In a cool, dry place.
- In an airtight, moisture-resistant container.
- Away from direct sunlight.
- Away from humidity.
- Away from insects and contamination.
- Away from strong external odours.
Close the container securely after each use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Papaya Leaf Powder?
Papaya Leaf Powder is a finely ground botanical powder prepared from dried leaves of Carica papaya.
What is the botanical name of papaya?
The botanical name is Carica papaya.
Is Papaya Leaf Powder made from papaya fruit?
No. This product is made from the leaves of the papaya plant.
Is this whole papaya leaf?
No. This product is supplied as fine dried leaf powder.
Can Papaya Leaf Powder be used in cosmetics?
It may be used as a botanical ingredient in suitable cosmetic formulations, subject to applicable formulation and regulatory requirements.
How should Papaya Leaf Powder be stored?
Store in a cool, dry and airtight container, protected from moisture, sunlight and contamination.
Disclaimer
This information is provided for general botanical and product-information purposes. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Papaya leaf products should not be marketed with unsubstantiated disease-treatment or therapeutic claims. For internal consumption, use only products specifically manufactured and labelled for that purpose and follow applicable food-safety requirements.
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