Botany - Olive Leaves

Scientific name Olea europaea
Appearance Evergreen tree, gnarled trunk, elongated and leathery leaves, dark green on top and silver underneath, small white flowers in discreet clusters
Smell Herbaceous, slightly astringent, more pronounced in infusion or after drying
Color Gray-green (leaves), creamy white (flowers)
Used parts Dried leaves, sometimes fresh
Origins Mediterranean Basin, Western Asia
Toxicity level Low (moderate use recommended in case of antihypertensive or hypoglycemic treatment)