Sage Crushed Leaves 1 POUND - Salvia officinalis Herbs For Tea 16 OUNCES The product should be stored under normal food warehouse conditions at cool temperatures of 50°-70°F (10°-21°C) with a relative humidity of 70%. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or to excessive heat. The shelf life is 12 months packed as bulk and 36 months in a packaged container. Spices are not considered to be allergenic according to United States Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA) Whole Sage shall be the dried leaves of Salvia officinalis L. The green to gray-green colored, oblong-laceolate leaves, covered with fine short hairs (furry or wooly appearance), shall possess a strong, fragrant and aromatic odor relatively free of any camphoraceous note, and free of objectionable terebinthic odor. Whole Sage shall be made of the true vegetable substance from which no portion of its volatile constituents has been exhausted. Product shall be free of defects and decay and shall comply in every respect with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.The fuzzy, gray-green leaves of sage carry a sweet and earthy flavor with a minty, menthol-like aroma. This minty, yet earthy flavor also carries hints of pine, making this a great addition to holiday dishes. Sage Leaf (Botanical name: Salvia officinalis), is a member of the Lamiaceae, or mint family that produces flavorful sage leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grown and harvested in Europe and North America. Other names such as garden sage, meadow sage, and true sage have been used for the herb. This item is organic. No artificial additives or chemicals are used at any stage of the growing process. A Finely Crushed Sage For Use In Sausage And Stuffing, Cheese Dishes, Pickles And Sauces. Used For Burning As Well-Whole Sage Shall Be The Dried Leaves Of Salvia Officinalis L. The Green To Gray-Green Colored, Oblong-Laceolate Leaves, Covered With Fine Short Hairs (Furry Or Wooly Appearance), Shall Possess A Strong, Fragrant And Aromatic Odor Relatively Free Of Any Camphoraceous Note, And Free Of Objectionable Terebinthic Odor.-Lasts Two Or More Years When Stored Correctly-Harvested Using Traditional Non-Mechanical Methods. Rubbed Sage-Crushed Perfectly - Sage Thrives In Full Sun And Well-Drained Soils, Growing Wild In Some Areas. It Is A Hardy Evergreen Shrub With A Deep Taproot And An Erect Root Stalk That Produces Woody, Square, Slightly Downy, Branching Stems That May Reach A Height Of 4 Ft. 1 Pound BIG Bulk Bag - Heat Sealed. Sage AKA (Salvia Officinalis ) Known As Garden Sage, Meadow Sage, And True Sage, This Pungent Herb Is A Member Of The Lamiaceae, Or Mint, Family.GTIN: 642125427340. Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food. Specialty: Organic. Unit Count: 16.0 Ounce. Item Form: Leaves. Variety: Sage. Brand: NatureJam. : B07GT8N29H. Manufacturer: SMC. UPC: 642125427340. Product Dimensions: 8 x 4 x 2 inches; 1 Pounds. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No.