Infusion — herbalism term · PlantSage glossary
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Infusion defined
— Water extraction by steeping.
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The definition
Preparation method where leaves, flowers, or aerial parts are steeped in hot water (5-15 minutes typically). Used for delicate plant material containing volatile oils that would be lost by simmering.
Mechanism
Hot water extracts water-soluble actives without volatilising delicate compounds. Covered infusion preserves aromatic oils.
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