Material/Origin: Botanical Name: Perilla frutescens (also known as shiso or tiÂa ti) Part Used: Leaves Source: Organically or conventionally grown perilla plants Processing: Naturally air-dried or sun-dried Physical Characteristics: Color: Dark green or purple (depending on the variety) Shape: Whole or crushed leaves Size: Leaf size ranges from 5 to 12 cm in length when whole Texture: Crisp, dry, and brittle
