Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)

This thistle-like plant is native to the temperate Mediterranean and we use its bitter, silvery green leaves for tea. Artichokes you find in the grocery store are the large, green, unopened flower buds that form above the leaves. Because the leaves carry... [read more]

Mellow and bright, Chamomile is a humble daisy relative, now growing wild in most temperate regions ~ a tough, adaptable plant found along gravelly paths and in poor soils. The small white & yellow flowers are used for tea. Its name literally... [read more]

Feverfew is native to Europe and has long since found its way into gardens and meadows across North America. With its small, daisy-like blossoms and strong, herbaceous scent, it’s a plant that stands out in both appearance and aroma. Lemongrass is a... [read more]

Slow and steady, Ginger root dwells beneath the surface, sending up shoots as it grows longer ~ spiciness increasing with age. Traditionally cultivated across South Asia, Ginger can be found in most kitchens as a tea or dried spice. Fragrant and bright,... [read more]

Crimson in the cup and brisk on the palate, this blend highlights intensely crimson Hibiscus ~ grown across warm tropical and subtropical regions. Its naturally tart, fruit-forward taste sets the tone from the first sip, with a clean, refreshing edge... [read more]

Hibiscus is found in many gardens as “Rose of Sharon.” You can spot its enormous flowers in red, white, pink, or purple. The tea variety is a different species, with paler flowers and a darker core. For tea, the calyx is used ~ the part that holds the... [read more]

Bitter and satisfying, Hops are used in beer across Europe and North America. The flower cones (called strobili) are used ~ coming from long climbing bines (stiff hairs that help the plant climb and move). There are many different varieties with... [read more]

Experience the fresh, lemony scent and mild flavor of our organic lemongrass. Perfect for adding a citrusy twist to broths, herbal teas, and stir-fries, this versatile herb is a staple in Indonesian, Malaysian, and Thai cuisines. Grown in sub-tropical... [read more]

Bright and breezy, this fragrant grass brings a clean citrus lift to the cup. Lemongrass thrives in warm, humid climates, forming tall, blade-like leaves in dense clumps across many subtropical regions, from Southeast Asia through India to parts of... [read more]

Sun-loving and fast-growing, Moringa is a small tree native to the foothills of the Himalayas ~ now cultivated across many tropical and subtropical regions. Its long, slender seed pods are often called drumsticks, which is why it’s widely known as the... [read more]

Sun-baked and wild, Rooibos comes from South Africa’s fynbos, a biodiverse shrubland of sandy soils and coastal winds. After harvest, leaf bundles are moistened and bruised, then dried in the open air allowing a process called fermentation, which turns... [read more]

Deeply aromatic and quietly sweet, this root tea comes from a tropical climbing vine with slender, fragrant roots. It shares the familiar Sarsaparilla common name with Jamaican or Mexican Sarsaparilla from the Smilax genus, even though they are... [read more]

Rose hips are the fruit of the rose bush, which appear after the flowers have withered; all roses produce them. They are small, hard red berries with many seeds and wonderful, tart taste. Lemongrass is an herb grass with a strong citrus character and... [read more]

Native to Southeast Asia, Turmeric has been cultivated across the tropics for centuries. Known for its orange roots and peppery taste, it first reached Europe through trade in the 13th century. Long prized as spice and dye, it has only recently become a... [read more]