The Olive Tree, aka Olea Europaea, is a small evergreen tree and member of the Oleaceae family, which is cultivated around the globe. The olive tree has been a source of food while being revered as a symbol of peace and purity for millennia. Olive Leaf is employed in traditional herbal practices for its wellness-promoting qualities and has a bitter and astringent taste. Typical preparations of Olive Leaves include use as a tonic herb, tincture, and infusion as a tea.