Organic Chaste Tree - Vitex Berries (Vitex agnus-castus)

Herbs are Sold By the Ounce, Price is Per Ounce Chaste Tree Berries (Vitex agnus-castus) Common Names: Chasteberry, Monk’s Pepper, VitexFamily: Lamiaceae (formerly Verbenaceae)Origin: Mediterranean region, Central AsiaParts Used: Berries (also known as fruit) Botanical Description: Chaste tree is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows 6-20 feet tall. It has palmate leaves with 5-7 lance-shaped leaflets, and produces fragrant lavender or violet flowers in summer, followed by small, dark purple to black berries. Historical and Folklore: Chaste tree has a long history of use, particularly in women's health. In ancient Greece and Rome, the berries were believed to reduce sexual desire, which is why monks used them in the Middle Ages to promote celibacy, hence the name "Monk's Pepper." Habitat and Growing Conditions: Chaste tree thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in USDA zones 6-9. It prefers warm climates and can be fo