The First Time I Saw a Dry Leaf Grow (The Life Plant – Bryophyllum Pinnatum)

It was close to my vacation time when I realized the importance of taking along my favorite leaf which is a regular feature in my smoothies. I decided to gather a large amount to dry and blend to powder for future trips. To retain its nutritional value, I dried my leaves away from intense sunlight but in a well-ventilated area to allow nature work its magic.

To my amazement, after several weeks, the leaves had dried but I noticed something strange that pulled me to observe the leaves more closely, guess what I saw? Tiny green leaves and white roots growing on each of the dry leaves. I cried in amazement, and asked, how could a dry leaf sprout again? I then began to figure out why they called Bryophyllum pinnatum, a resurrection leaf.

The dry leaves, which I had thought were done for, were now bursting with life. Each little sprout was a testament to resilience and renewal.

I marveled at this transformation. It was the first time I had witnessed such a phenomenon, and it filled me with awe and wonder at God’s amazing works in nature.

Reproductive health support

• Fertility support
• Pregnancy support
• Postpartum care
• Reproductive infections
• Hormonal balance
• Uterine health
• Ovulation support
• Reproductive tract health
• Menstrual irregularities regulation
• Menstrual pain relief

General health benefits

• Wound healing
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant
• Antimicrobial
• Digestive health
• Immune system support
• Skin and hair care
• Anti-anxiety and anti-stress
• Cardiovascular health

Mineral content — per 200 g pack

• Calcium: 170 mg
• Phosphorus: 84.8 mg
• Potassium: 450 mg
• Sodium: 10 mg
• Iron: 4.8 mg
• Zinc: 2 mg
• Magnesium: 40.8 mg
• Copper: 0.8 mg
• Manganese: 2 mg

Vitamin content — per 200 g pack

• Vitamin A: 0.8 mg
• Vitamin C: 10 mg
• Vitamin E: 2 mg
• Vitamin K: 4.8 mg
• Thiamin (B1): 0.08 mg
• Riboflavin (B2): 0.2 mg
• Niacin (B3): 2 mg
• Pyridoxine (B6): 0.4 mg
• Folate: 0.8 mg

Its proximate composition includes – moisture: 184 g; ash: 6.8 g; crude protein: 4.2 g; crude fiber: 2.4 g; crude fat: 1.2 g; and carbohydrates: 8.6 g. It contains amazing phytochemicals, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolic acids, saponins, tannins, anthocyanins and glycosides, considered to be present. Other compounds include fiber (8 g), water (92%) and antioxidants (flavonoids, phenolic acids, and ascorbic acid).

Incorporating Bryophyllum Pinnatum in your regular diets may improve your health in tremendous ways.