FIREWEED LEAVES crushed Nordic herbs
FIREWEED LEAVES crushed Nordic herbs
Fireweed is one of the most recognisable wild plants of the Nordic landscape. With its tall stems and vivid pink flowers, it brightens Finnish forests, meadows and open spaces throughout the summer. Long before it became a familiar wildflower, fireweed was also known as a useful plant in traditional Nordic food culture.
Natural Nordic Fireweed leaves are made from young leaves harvested during the summer season, when their flavor is fresh and delicate. Carefully dried and crushed, they are easy to use in everyday cooking, drinks and baking.
Taste and character: mild, slightly sweet and green, with a delicate herbal freshness.
Fireweed leaves make a lovely herbal tea or infusion and can also be added to smoothies, salads, and seasoning.Try them in bread dough, pancakes, savory bakes, soups, sauces or light vegetable dishes. Their gentle flavor also makes them an interesting ingredient for experimenting with Nordic-inspired recipes.
For a particularly simple introduction, brew the leaves as a tea or combine them with other Finnish wild herbs. They can also be paired with berries, honey or other naturally sweet ingredients for a fresh Nordic flavor combination.
Ingredient: 100% fireweed leaves (Chamerion angustifolium, syn. Epilobium angustifolium)
No additives, fillers, added sugar or artificial flavors. Just a carefully selected wild herb from Finnish nature.
Discover simple ways to use Nordic wild herbs in everyday recipes.
Made in Finland
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We carefully select, taste, and test every ingredient we offer. Working closely with trusted Finnish suppliers, we continuously monitor quality—even within long-term partnerships—to ensure consistency in flavor, color, and overall experience. Our approach is hands-on and detail-driven, so you can rely on the same high quality every time.
Our products contain only what is listed on the label—pure berries, herbs, or mushrooms. No additives, no added sugar, no fillers, and no artificial flavors. Just gently processed ingredients from Nordic nature, preserved in their most natural form.
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Yes—our products are naturally suitable for many dietary preferences. They are vegan, gluten-free, and free from additives. Due to their pure composition, they are also generally suitable for kosher and halal diets, although we do not carry specific certifications.
Thanks to their 100% natural content, our products can also be used for animal consumption—for example, as part of a natural diet for pets. If you have specific dietary requirements (for yourself or for animals), we are always happy to provide more details.