Cleavers is a climbing spring herb recognized by its sticky stems and leaves.
Traditional Historical Uses
Traditional herbalists frequently incorporated cleavers into seasonal wellness preparations.
May Support*
General wellness
Active lifestyles
Daily vitality
Healthy wellness routines
Preparation Ideas
Tea
Infusion
Tincture
Flavor Profile
Fresh, green, and mild.
Interesting Herbal Trivia
Cleavers "cleave" to clothing and fur with tiny Velcro-like hooked hairs, and its popularity with geese earned it the folk name "goosegrass."
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cleavers taste like?
Cleavers brews into a fresh, green, and mild cup — light and grassy rather than strong or bitter. Its gentle springtime flavor makes it an unobtrusive addition to almost any blend.
How is Cleavers traditionally prepared?
Cleavers is traditionally steeped as a simple tea or prepared as a longer herbal infusion. It has also been taken as a tincture in folk herbal practice.
Can Cleavers be blended with other herbs?
Yes — cleavers is a classic companion in seasonal herbal tea blends. It is traditionally combined with Olive Leaf, Oregon Grape Root, and Pau D'Arco in time-honored folk preparations.
Pairs Well With
Olive Leaf — a Mediterranean leaf sharing cleavers' place in traditional seasonal blends
Oregon Grape Root — an earthy root long featured in folk herbal traditions
Pau D'Arco — a South American bark with a storied place in traditional preparations
Rosemary — its piney aroma adds character to cleavers' mild green flavor
Explore Related Herbs
Nettle Leaf — another beloved green herb of springtime folk tradition
Nettle Root — the earthy root counterpart of the nettle plant
Peony Root — a traditional root from East Asian herbal practice
Plantain Leaf — a humble wayside herb with a rich folk history
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
