They are picked 10 minutes before shipping & also vacuum sealed. NOT DRY Leaves. Fresh Guava Leaves (For Guava Green Team Making) Just need 1 or 2 leaves per cup or two. Just drop it really hot water, & wait 5 to to minutes. The flavor is smoother than regular tea. The benefits are: helpful in treating diarrhea, cold & flu, lowering cholesterol, preventing diabetes, & it even exhibits anti-cancer properties We grow our own Guava leaves organically here south Florida. . We will be adding more fresh spices, plants & fruits very soon. We pick them few minutes before shipping. Please also visit our YouTube channel to view our cooking videos, recipes, & our travel adventure through out the world. An example below. https://www.youtube.com/c/SpicyTraveler These are traditional remedies. Please consult with your doctor before use if you are using this for medicinal purposes. Fresh Organic Guava Leaves | To Make Tea Not Dry Leaves. From South Florida We Pick Them Minutes Before Shipment