JEFFREALITY GLOBAL RESOURCES LTD – Exporters of Rare and Exotic Nigerian Culinary Herbs
🔍 What is Black Stone Flower?
Black Stone Flower, also known as “Kalpasi”, is a rare dried lichen used as a spice in Indian, African, and Middle Eastern cuisine. In Nigeria, it is commonly found in the wild and valued for its earthy aroma, flavor-enhancing ability, and medicinal properties.
This unique spice is not commonly cultivated — it is hand-harvested from rocks, tree bark, or damp forest areas. When dry, it appears blackish-brown with a soft, flaky texture, but when cooked or fried in oil, it releases a deep smoky flavor that enhances the taste of stews, soups, and meat dishes.
🌍 Global Demand & Use
Black Stone Flower is widely used in:
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🍛 Traditional spice blends like Garam Masala, Chettinad Masala, and Nigerian local spice mixes
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🍖 Meat-based dishes like Pepper soup, Asun, Goat meat curry, Kilishi, and grilled delicacies
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🧴 Ayurvedic & traditional medicine for treating respiratory and digestive issues
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🕯️ Perfumes and incense for its aromatic value
It is especially in demand across:
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🇮🇳 India
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🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
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🇶🇦 Qatar
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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🇺🇸 United States
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🇦🇪 UAE
📦 Product Details
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Botanical Name: Parmotrema perlatum
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Common Names: Black Stone Flower, Kalpasi, Lichen
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Form: Whole dried lichen (soft, flaky texture)
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Color: Dark brown to black
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Odor: Mild to earthy, intensifies with heat
📦 Packaging & Shipping
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Packaging Options:
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5kg, 10kg, 25kg food-grade PP or LDPE bags
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Custom-labeled or retail-ready packs available
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Moisture Content: ≤ 12%
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Shelf Life: Up to 18 months in dry storage
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Shipping:
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20FT container: 7–9 MT
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40FT container: 15–18 MT
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FOB Lagos/Port Harcourt | CIF Available
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Lead Time: 7–12 business days
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Forms for Export:
| Form | Description |
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| Whole Dried Flower | Uncrushed, flaky black or dark grey lichen |
| Crushed Form | Lightly broken or powdered for faster blending |
| Organic-Certified | Harvested from organic sources (optional) |
📊 Technical Specifications:
| Parameter | Export Specification |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | ≤ 12% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% |
| Purity | ≥ 95% (sorted and cleaned) |
| Color | Black to dark brown with silvery or white underside |
| Texture | Flaky, light, dry |
| Odor | Earthy, smoky aroma when dry or roasted |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months (if stored in cool, dry place) |
| Free from | Mold, chemicals, additives, and live insects |
🌍 Country of Origin:
Nigeria (notably found in forest regions of Ondo, Ekiti, Osun, Cross River, Enugu)
🚢 Packaging for Export:
| Packaging Type | Description |
|---|---|
| PP Woven Bags | For bulk export: 25kg or 50kg double-layered bags |
| Sealed Pouches | 250g, 500g, or 1kg for retail or premium export |
| Carton Packaging | Lined with food-safe polyethylene inner lining |
| Labeling | Product name, origin, batch no., weight, exporter info |
📦 Container Loading Capacity:
| Container Size | Approximate Capacity (Black Stone Flower is lightweight) |
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| 20ft Container | ~6–8 tons (due to low density) |
| 40ft Container | ~12–14 tons |
🌐 HS Code:
1211.90.00.00 – Plants and parts of plants used primarily in perfumery, pharmacy, or insecticidal/fungicidal use (covers lichen species like Black Stone Flower)
📄 Export Documentation Required:
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Proforma Invoice
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Packing List
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Bill of Lading (B/L)
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Phytosanitary Certificate (from NAQS)
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Certificate of Origin (NEPC/NACCIMA)
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Fumigation Certificate (as per destination)
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NXP Form (via your Nigerian commercial bank)
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Optional: SGS/Intertek inspection if requested
💰 Export Pricing Terms:
| Term | Meaning |
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| FOB | Free On Board – Nigerian port of loading |
| CIF | Cost, Insurance, Freight – to buyer’s port |
| EXW | Ex Works – pickup from warehouse/farmgate |
🎯 End Uses:
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Spice Blends: Widely used in biryani, suya spice, pepper soup, and curries
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Herbal Medicine: Anti-inflammatory, respiratory remedies in traditional practice
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Fragrance & Incense: Used in religious rituals or incense production
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Food Industry: For flavoring sauces, soups, stews
🌟 Export Tips:
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Ensure the product is sun-dried properly to prevent mold
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Remove soil, roots, and impurities before packaging
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Vacuum-sealed packaging recommended for high-end buyers
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Focus on niche markets: India, UAE, UK, USA, Sri Lanka
✅ Why Choose JEFFREALITY GLOBAL RESOURCES LTD?
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🪵 Sourced naturally from forest regions in Nigeria
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🌿 Carefully sorted and sundried for export purity
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🧂 Suitable for both culinary and medicinal applications
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🚚 Fast delivery with flexible packaging
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📞 Responsive communication and support
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🤝 Commitment to quality and client satisfaction
📞 Ready to Import Exotic African Spices?
Get the best of Nigeria’s wild-grown Black Stone Flower — perfect for spice companies, Ayurvedic product makers, and gourmet food brands.
📧 Email: jephthahokpowe@gmail.com
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +234 706 285 0139
📍 Office: No. 2, JP Crescent, Rumuosi, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria