Herbals in Teabags

Warm and aromatic, Korintje Cinnamon is more properly called Cassia. It’s what most North Americans associate with baking, cinnamon buns and red heart candies. For Indonesian farmers, Cassia is a generational crop ~ used as a rainy-day fund ~ the trees... [read more]

Flowery and warming, Saigon Cinnamon is more properly called Cassia ~ it’s what we use for baking in North America, but stronger, more flowery and less spicy. It’s native to Vietnam’s humid forests and comes from the inner bark ~ the older the bark, the... [read more]

An ear of Corn is the plant’s female flowering structure, tucked inside layers of husk. Each potential kernel begins as a tiny ovule along that ear, and from each one grows a single strand of Cornsilk. These fine threads extend outward to receive pollen,... [read more]

Sour and intense, this fruit-producing bush grows in lowlands and bogs across much of the north, particularly in New England, Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Traditionally, the berries are harvested once ripe and used to preserve meats, much like Juniper in... [read more]

Sour and intense, this fruit-producing bush grows in lowlands and bogs across much of the north, particularly in New England, Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Traditionally, the berries are harvested once ripe and used to preserve meats, much like Juniper in... [read more]

Sun-warmed and aromatic, this small shrub grows wild across Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of the southern United States. Damiana is known by its bright yellow flowers and long, broad, soft leaves. The flowers and leaves both have an... [read more]

This stubborn weed came to the Americas with settlers from Europe and now shows up everywhere ~ lawns, gardens, and parks alike. Its leaves are a springtime staple in salads and brew into a surprisingly bold and bright cup. Dandelion has been valued... [read more]

The use of Dandelion was first recorded in China in the seventh century. By the eleventh century, middle eastern scholars were praising its qualities, and by the sixteenth century it was well established throughout Europe. Settlers carried it across the... [read more]

Across Europe, this dark, robust tea is commonly known as Dandelion Coffee. The name reflects its preparation and appearance: the root is roasted and brewed to produce a deep, strong cup sometimes served in place of coffee. During periods of coffee... [read more]

Rooted and aromatic ~ Dong Quai, sometimes called Chinese Angelica, is a graceful plant related to carrot, celery, parsley and coriander. With its feather like leaves and clusters of small white flowers, it grows in the mountainous regions of China. Its... [read more]

“Masala chai” means spiced tea ~ typically black tea simmered with milk, water, and spices. Our Double Chai is different: it’s tea-free, letting the spices take the lead. In India and surrounding countries, chai recipes vary by region and household... [read more]

Echinacea is native to the open prairies of North America, where its tall purple blossoms have long been appreciated for their beauty and resilience. Indigenous peoples of the prairies have long valued Echinacea, and their traditions helped shape how... [read more]

The “Narrow-Leaf Purple Coneflower,” grows wild on the prairies of North America. With tall stems and purple-pink petals, it is the most valued of a dozen Echinacea species. Native to the prairies, this herb was important to Indigenous cultures. Once... [read more]

The Narrow-Leaf Purple Coneflower, grows wild on the prairies of North America. With tall stems and purple-pink petals, it is the most valued of a dozen Echinacea species. Native to the prairies, this herb was important to Indigenous cultures. Once... [read more]

Wild and strong, this stately plant is one of a dozen or so common Echinacea species. This one is also known as eastern purple coneflower, red sunflower and hedgehog coneflower. The plant shares botanical kinship with daisies, sunflowers, and chamomile ~... [read more]

The Elder is a legendary tree, often described as magical and sacred in folklore and myth. It has long been associated with rural life, where it’s respected as a generous and familiar tree along field edges and lanes. The Elder tree produces... [read more]

Elder is a legendary tree, long regarded with wonder and respect. In folklore it was said to stand between worlds, its white blossoms and dark berries bridging the realms of earth and sky. In the early Middle Ages, Emperor Charlemagne decreed that Elder... [read more]

Hardy by design ~ this shrub is native to cool forest country from the Russian Far East through parts of China, Korea, and Japan. It tends to live low in mixed woods where the light comes in fragments. Slow-growing and compact, it’s valued... [read more]

Towering and unmistakable, this giant tree can reach 100 to 180 feet tall, sometimes taller. Fossils show Eucalyptus is native to Tasmania and southern Australia where it has been part of the landscape for tens of millions of years. It’s also called Blue... [read more]

Delicate and expressive, Eyebright grows in pastures and meadows throughout Europe. The flower has the appearance of a bloodshot eye with purple stripes and yellow spots. This herb is semi-parasitic and is picky about where it grows ~ having success when... [read more]

Fennel is a tall, aromatic plant native to the Mediterranean region and a member of the carrot family. It grows with hollow stems and fine, threadlike leaves, and produces clusters of small yellow flowers that mature into ridged, yellowish seeds... [read more]

Ancient and steadfast ~ Fenugreek has been cultivated for thousands of years, its name drawn from the Latin for “Greek hay,” a nod to its long presence around the Mediterranean. From there it spread through North Africa and West Asia, becoming a familiar... [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]