Teas

Hardy and bright, this bush is a cousin of Rooibos, only growing in its native South African microclimates. The leaves are harvested and bundled, then bruised and left to dry in the shade, a process called oxidation that helps develop the special taste... [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]

This distinctive plant has ancient origins, part of a lineage that has changed little over millions of years. Native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, it grows low to the ground in moist meadows, along streambanks, and in open fields... [read more]

Ancient and aromatic, Hyssop originates in parts of eastern Europe and the Mediterranean, where it grows as a hardy, woody herb in sunny, well-drained places. Its name is often traced to older Hebrew usage meaning a holy herb, and it appears in early... [read more]

Classic in its approach, this tea is made by spreading fresh, closed Jasmine blooms in and around drying green tea leaves. The Jasmine blossoms are harvested during the day and kept cool, then layered among the tea as they begin to open. As their aroma... [read more]

Resilient and persistent, Juniper is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that’s found in rocky areas of the Northern Hemisphere. It has silver-green needles and tiny yellow flowers that bloom in late spring. Once pollinated, the flowers give way to Juniper's... [read more]

It’s sometimes simply called Kava ~ a tropical native to Vanuatu that’s related to black pepper and now grows from New Guinea to Hawaii. Like pepper, it thrives in hot, humid climates and develops broad heart-shaped leaves with thick roots that mature... [read more]

Lavender is a small evergreen shrub native to the western Mediterranean, with narrow silver-green leaves and upright stems topped by tiny purple blossoms. It thrives in sunny, dry landscapes, where warm days help deepen its naturally fragrant character... [read more]

Lavender is a small evergreen shrub native to the western Mediterranean, with narrow silver-green leaves and upright stems topped by tiny purple blossoms. It thrives in sunny, dry landscapes, where warm days help deepen its naturally fragrant character... [read more]

Belonging to the mint family, Lemon Balm carries the botanical name Melissa, drawn from the Greek word for bee, a nod to the tiny pale flowers that readily draw pollinators. Native to the Mediterranean region, this soft green herb has been tended in... [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]

Sweet and cool. These herbs pair like they were created for each other. Licorice grows in dry river valleys and open grasslands across parts of Asia and southern Europe where its long roots are harvested and dried after several years of growth. In... [read more]

Sweet wood ~ that’s a long-time nickname for Licorice Root, a plant prized for the sweetness stored in its underground roots. Native to parts of southern Europe and western Asia, it has also been grown more widely for centuries, and Licorice appears... [read more]

Graceful and fragrant, Linden trees grow heart shaped leaves with pale blossoms that appear in early summer. Each bloom hangs beside a light leaf-like bract that helps carry the seeds on the wind. Often known for their nickname bee trees, the canopy hums... [read more]

For centuries Andean communities ate Maca roasted, boiled, or ground into flour, and often used as a trade good. Spanish chroniclers note it was tied to mountain life and at times was also fed to livestock in highland communities. Maca is a small root... [read more]

This is a gentle, moisture-loving perennial native to parts of Europe and western Asia. Over time it was introduced to other temperate regions, where it is now cultivated and naturalized in suitable landscapes. The plant likes marshy ground and damp... [read more]

Native to Europe, Marshmallow is a soft, moisture-loving plant that thrives in damp, marshy soils. Its downy leaves feel velvety to the touch, and pale pink blossoms rise above thick white roots that are harvested in autumn. The leaves are gathered in... [read more]

The genus name Althaea comes from the Greek word “altho,” reflecting the high esteem in which Marshmallow was held in classical times. Hippocrates praised the plant, and it was later adopted into Roman and European herbals. In lean times, its starchy... [read more]

Matcha is a shade-grown green tea powder, central to the Japanese tea ceremony. Grown in shadow for several weeks before harvest, its leaves develop a vivid green hue and layered sweetness before being stone-ground into a fine powder meant to blend... [read more]

Floral and delicate ~ this herb is often called queen of the meadow. It’s a native of Europe and western Asia and can be now found in parts of North America. It typically grows in damp areas and is known by the clusters of small, creamy-white flower... [read more]

Native to southern and western Europe, Milk Thistle now grows widely across North America in sunny fields, meadows, and along roadsides. The plant is recognized by its glossy, deep green leaves marked with pale marbling and its reddish-purple... [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]

Rising tall and unmistakable in open landscapes, Mullein begins as a low rosette of broad, velvety leaves that feel thick, soft, and woolly to the touch. Their pale green surface is covered in fine hairs, giving the plant a silvery cast in sunlight. In... [read more]

Mullein is native to Europe, and has since naturalized along roadsides, fields, and open hillsides in many regions. It’s easy to recognize by its tall, candle-like flower stalks and soft, fuzzy leaves which feel velvety soft, but cause itchiness when... [read more]