These are dried Getto leaves (shell ginger) cultivated naturally without pesticides, fertilizers, or tilling. Only green manure is used; no organic fertilizers are applied. Just before shipping, the leaves will be placed in an aluminum zip-lock bag. About 3g is enough for a teacup. Be sure to pour boiling water over it. It can be enjoyed blended with other dried herbs. It can also be used in cooking and as an insect repellent. I believe that domestically produced, naturally cultivated dried herbs like these are not commercially available, so please enjoy the gentle, natural flavor. ******************************** The harvested Getto leaves are washed, spun dry in a salad spinner, and cut. They are then dried in the bathroom using a washing machine's drying and dehumidifying function. Initially, they are spread out on a 90cm diameter plum-drying bamboo basket. Once partially dry, they are placed in paper bags, the tops are closed with clothespins, and hung from S-hooks with the dryer's air blowing from below. Finally, they are heated in a microwave for about 1 minute for sterilization. Also, in the spring of 2025, I bought a small, cute food dryer, so I use it for low-temperature drying when the quantity is small. They are stored in a CellarMate storage jar in a cool, dark place. ********************************