Premium Dried Lemon Verbena (Hierba Luisa) - Aromatic Culinary Herb & Traditional Wellness Tea

🌿 WHERE YOUR LEMON VERBENA COMES FROM

Our premium lemon verbena is sourced directly from traditional herb gardens in Nicaragua's highland regions, specifically the Estelí and Nueva Segovia departments where the cool mountain climate and well-drained volcanic soil create ideal growing conditions for aromatic lemon verbena plants. These fragrant "hierba luisa" shrubs (Aloysia citriodora) have been cultivated by Nicaraguan families for generations, producing leaves with exceptional citral content, intense lemony fragrance, and traditional medicinal properties.

Specific Source Locations:

Highland Herb Gardens: Cool subtropical climate with excellent drainage and air circulation
Volcanic Mountain Soil: Well-drained mineral-rich soil from ancient volcanic deposits
Garden Size: Traditional families managing 0.5-2 hectare specialized herb gardens
Variety: Aloysia citriodora (authentic South American lemon verbena)
Growing Method: Traditional organic cultivation using ancestral herb gardening techniques
Cultural Heritage: 300+ years of Central American lemon verbena cultivation knowledge

💰 COMPLETE PRICING TRANSPARENCY

Here's exactly how your $64.00 breaks down:

Nicaragua Family Price: $14.00/lb
(Local market: $1.50-2.50/kg = $0.68-1.14/lb fresh leaves)
(Premium processing adds $13.32-13.86/lb for careful selection, drying, oil preservation)

Processing & Quality Control: $16.00/lb
(Gentle air-drying, essential oil preservation, quality sorting, citral content testing)

Local Transportation: $3.50/lb
(Mountain herb gardens to processing facility to export warehouse)

Export Documentation: $7.50/lb
(Organic certificates, essential oil analysis, culinary safety permits, customs paperwork)

International Shipping: $10.00/lb
(Temperature-controlled air freight Nicaragua to USA - preserving essential oils and aroma)

Import & Customs: $5.50/lb
(US customs fees, organic certification fees, broker fees, domestic handling)

Our Service Fee: $7.50/lb
(12% margin covering family garden support, quality assurance, traditional knowledge preservation)

YOUR PRICE: $64.00/lb ($4.00/ounce)

🎯 WHY THIS PRICING IS EXCEPTIONAL

Global Market Context:

Commodity lemon verbena: $40.00-70.00/lb (2024 global wholesale range)
Premium organic lemon verbena: $60.00-95.00/lb retail market
Specialty herb suppliers: $64.00/lb ($4.00/ounce) - premium market standard
Our direct-trade price: $64.00/lb ($4.00/ounce) (Competitive premium positioning)

What Makes Ours Outstanding:

Highland mountain terroir (cool climate concentrating essential oils and citral content)
Traditional herb garden cultivation (intensive care and optimal growing conditions)
Peak harvest timing (morning collection when essential oil content is maximum)
Traditional drying methods (preserving maximum aroma and therapeutic compounds)
Fresh leaf processing (leaves processed within 12 hours of harvest)
Hand-cultivated quality (small-scale production ensuring premium standards)

🌱 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

🔬 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROCESS

At Source (Nicaragua Highlands):

Harvest timing: Early morning collection when dew enhances essential oil concentration
Selective harvesting: Only the most aromatic, oil-rich leaves from healthy plants
Traditional air-drying: Gentle shade-drying methods preserving volatile compounds
Quality sorting: Hand-selection of premium aromatic leaves only
Essential oil preservation: Controlled drying maintaining maximum therapeutic properties
Small-batch processing: Artisanal handling ensuring consistent premium quality

Pre-Export Quality Control:
✓ Essential oil content verification (1.2-2.0% target range)
✓ Citral content analysis for authentic lemon aroma (35-55% of oils)
✓ Aroma intensity testing for culinary and therapeutic quality
✓ Moisture content testing (<6% for premium shelf stability)
✓ Leaf integrity assessment (95%+ whole leaves)
✓ Microbiological testing (E.coli, Salmonella, yeast, mold counts)
✓ Heavy metals screening (lead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic)
✓ Pesticide residue analysis (should be zero - traditional organic methods)
✓ Volatile compound profile analysis for consistency

💚 THE HERB GARDEN FAMILY STORY

Meet Our Partner Families:

Familias Herbolarias de Montaña (Estelí): 29 families specializing in traditional herb cultivation for over 200 years
Cooperativa Hierba Luisa (Nueva Segovia): Highland herb specialists maintaining ancestral cultivation knowledge
Average family income increase: 170% since establishing premium lemon verbena processing

Our Family Partnership Impact:

Families receive $14.00/lb (vs $0.68-1.14/lb local fresh leaf price)
12-21x premium over local market rates
Multiple harvest income (lemon verbena produces leaves 3-4 times per year)
Herb garden expansion encouraging cultivation of premium aromatic herbs
Traditional knowledge preservation supporting ancestral herb gardening techniques
Sustainable cultivation training maximizing essential oil content through optimal practices

🌿 ESSENTIAL OIL PROFILE & CHARACTERISTICS

Exceptional Aromatic Compounds:

Essential Oils: 1.2-2.0% (concentrated lemony aromatic compounds)
Citral: 35-55% of essential oils (primary lemon scent and flavor)
Limonene: 8-15% of oils (citrus brightness and freshness)
Linalool: 5-12% of oils (floral and calming notes)
Geraniol: 3-8% of oils (rose-like sweetness)
Citronellal: 2-6% of oils (lemony freshness)

Highland Mountain Benefits:

Concentrated essential oils: Cool mountain climate intensifies aromatic compound production
Superior citral content: Altitude and temperature stress maximize lemon essence
Enhanced preservation: Mountain air-drying maintains volatile compounds longer
Traditional cultivation: Generations of knowledge optimizing essential oil development

🏭 USAGE & APPLICATIONS

Perfect For:

Gourmet tea manufacturers: Premium herbal tea blends and single-origin teas
Essential oil companies: Steam distillation for pure lemon verbena oil
Culinary spice suppliers: Aromatic seasoning and flavor enhancement
Natural cosmetics brands: Fragrance and skin care applications
Aromatherapy suppliers: Relaxation and stress-relief products
Export/wholesale: Premium bulk supply for international herb and tea markets

Traditional Applications:

Herbal tea brewing: Relaxation, digestive support, and evening wellness teas
Culinary seasoning: Lemony flavor enhancement for desserts and beverages
Essential oil extraction: High-quality lemon verbena oil production
Aromatherapy preparations: Natural stress relief and mood enhancement
Natural cosmetics: Fragrant ingredient for soaps, lotions, and perfumes

🍃 WELLNESS & CULINARY NOTES:

Traditional Uses: Lemon verbena has been traditionally used for relaxation, digestive comfort, and as a natural mood enhancer. Perfect for evening teas and culinary applications requiring intense lemon aroma without acidity.

📦 SHIPPING & BULK PRICING

Sample Orders (1 lb only):

Total Cost: $79.00 ($64.00 product + $15.00 temperature-controlled USPS shipping with aroma preservation)
Delivery: 3-5 business days via USPS Priority Mail with essential oil protection packaging

Bulk Pricing Structure:

5-24 lbs: $58.00/lb + $10.00/lb air freight = $68.00/lb delivered ($4.25/ounce)
25-99 lbs: $52.00/lb + $7.00/lb expedited sea freight = $59.00/lb delivered ($3.69/ounce)
100-499 lbs: $48.00/lb + $6.00/lb sea freight = $54.00/lb delivered ($3.38/ounce)
500+ lbs: $42.00/lb + $6.00/lb sea freight = $48.00/lb delivered ($3.00/ounce)

Premium Packaging: Aroma-preserving sealed bags with essential oil protection and UV shielding
Traditional Documentation: Herbal preparation and culinary usage guides included
Custom Packaging: Available for 25+ lb orders with premium herb branding
Shelf Life: 18+ months in proper storage (essential oils naturally degrade over time)
Storage: Cool, dry place in airtight containers, protect from light and heat

🚀 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Your Profit Potential:

Wholesale to tea manufacturers: $80-125/lb (48-160% markup from bulk prices)
Essential oil producers: $90-140/lb (67-192% markup)
Gourmet culinary suppliers: $85-130/lb (57-171% markup)
International aromatherapy export: $95-150/lb (78-213% markup)
Premium herb retailers: $75-115/lb (39-140% markup)

Market Trends Supporting Growth:

Premium herbal tea market growing 11% annually
Essential oil industry expanding 15% yearly
Natural aromatherapy demand increasing 18% yearly
Gourmet culinary herbs gaining premium status
Wellness and relaxation products trending globally

🎯 COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES

What Makes Our Lemon Verbena Unique:

Highland mountain terroir creating superior essential oil concentration
Traditional herb garden cultivation (intensive small-scale production)
Superior essential oil content (1.2-2.0% vs industry average 0.6-1.2%)
Exceptional citral content (35-55% of oils vs industry 25-35%)
95%+ whole leaf integrity vs industry standard 75-85%
Competitive premium positioning ($4.00/oz matching high-end market)
Intense lemony aroma unmatched by commercial production
Artisanal processing methods preserving maximum aromatic properties

🔬 TECHNICAL DATA FOR MANUFACTURERS

Premium Lemon Verbena Analysis:

Moisture: <6% (premium shelf-stable)
Ash content: 8-12% (mineral concentration)
Crude fiber: 15-22% (structural compounds)
pH level: 5.5-6.2 (slightly acidic)
Water activity: <0.55 (prevents microbial growth)
Essential oil yield: 1.2-2.0% by steam distillation

Essential Oil Composition (per 100g leaves):

Total Essential Oils: 1,200-2,000mg
Citral (Neral + Geranial): 420-1,100mg (primary lemon compound)
Limonene: 96-300mg (citrus freshness)
Linalool: 60-240mg (floral and calming)
Geraniol: 36-160mg (rose-like sweetness)
Citronellal: 24-120mg (lemony freshness)

Therapeutic & Culinary Properties:

Aroma Profile: Intense lemon scent with sweet, floral undertones
Therapeutic Uses: Relaxation, digestive comfort, mood enhancement
Culinary Applications: Desserts, beverages, teas, aromatic seasoning
Tea Preparation: 1-2 teaspoons per cup, steep 5-8 minutes

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Sample Available: 1 lb trial order for $79.00 total (includes $15 temperature-controlled express shipping with traditional preparation guide and essential oil analysis)

🤝 OUR COMMITMENT TO ARTISANAL HERB EXCELLENCE

This pricing transparency reflects our commitment to supporting both traditional highland herb families and exceptional manufacturers seeking premium aromatic ingredients. At $4.00/ounce, we provide competitive positioning in the premium herb market while delivering superior essential oil content and intense lemony aroma through traditional mountain cultivation. Our family partnership model provides artisanal herb garden lemon verbena while supporting sustainable cultivation and traditional knowledge preservation.

Questions about essential oil content, aromatherapy applications, or supply contracts? Contact us directly to discuss your specific manufacturing needs, request detailed essential oil analysis, or arrange virtual herb garden tours with our partner lemon verbena specialists.

Ready to create premium teas and aromatic products with authentic Nicaragua highland lemon verbena? Contact us today for samples and volume pricing tailored to your herbal tea, essential oil, and aromatherapy needs.