Herbals in Teabags

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 and now grows in most... [read more]

Beneath the soil, a branching root forms in warm, rain-fed landscapes across East and Southeast Asia. The plant thrives in loose earth and humid air, where its scent and taste deepen while maturing. Ginger later became naturalized in many tropical and... [read more]

Gotu Kola has been valued for centuries across South Asia and the Indian Ocean islands. It appears in ancient texts such as the Shennong Herbal of China, compiled nearly 2,000 years ago, and has long been part of traditions in India and beyond. This... [read more]

Bright and storied, Hawthorn grows across Europe, eastern Asia, and eastern North America, often found in hedgerows and along woodland edges. A member of the Rose family, it appears as a compact shrub or small tree with pale bark and protective thorns... [read more]

Thorny and branchy, Hawthorn makes its home in hedgerows and woodland edges across much of Europe, parts of eastern Asia, and eastern North America. In late spring, dark green, lobed leaves share the branches with clusters of small white blossoms... [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]

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]

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]

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]

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]