We carry exotic, fresh herbs & spices for your full culinary experience - for cooking, blending your own herbal teas, or for enjoying these herbs and spices on their own as a tea.
Mangoes are from the Mangifera genus of trees. They originated in India, but are now found in many tropical climates. This fruit is high in Vitamin A and C as well as potassium and copper and is a great source of fiber.
(Calendula officinalis) Marigold petals have a wide variety of uses from culinary to medicinal to cosmetic. As a topical treatment, marigold can be beneficial for minor skin irritations and to help heal wounds.
(Urtica dioica) A perennial found worldwide, nettle (or stinging nettle as it is also known) is recommended by herbalists of many different cultures for a wide variety of medicinal purposes. It is high in B vitamins and Vitamin C, and rich in iron, calcium, potassium, silicon, magnesium, manganese, and zinc. Nettle is recommended in herbal blends for anemia (due to its high iron) and in high calcium blends (mixed with horsetail and oats).
(Avena sativa) Oat tops are used as an herbal tea alone and in combination with other herbs. It is primarily used for its calming effect and for its ability to soothe an upset stomach and flatulence.
(Avena sativa) Oatstraw stalks are used as an herbal tea alone and in combination with other herbs. It is primarily used for its calming effect and for its ability to soothe an upset stomach and flatulence.
(Citrus aurantium) For centuries, tea from the blossoms of orange trees has been consumed for its mild nervous stimulant properties. It has also been recommended for upset stomach and as a diuretic.
(Citrus aurantium) Orange Peel is excellent as an ingredient in potpourri or tea. For an excellent hot tea try combining it with black tea and clove or mix with hibiscus flowers and rosehips for a good iced tea.
(Citrus aurantium) Orange Peel is excellent as an ingredient in potpourri or tea. For an excellent hot tea try combining it with black tea and clove or mix with hibiscus flowers and rosehips for a good iced tea.
Papaya is the fruit of Carica papaya and is native to Mexico, although it is now cultivated in many tropical areas. It is found in recipes for curries, salads, stews, jellies and baked goods. High in papain, Papaya has been used medicinally for digestive complaints. It is high in Vitamin C, potassium and fiber.
(Carica papaya) Papaya leaves contain Vitamin C, calcium, tannins and papain. Medicinally, papaya leaves are said to be very effective as a diuretic and for digestive complaints such as bloating, nausea and gas. Topically the leaves are used for treating cuts, rashes, stings and burns.
(Passiflora incarnata) Medicinally it has been used for hundreds of years as a sedative to relax the body and help one fall asleep. It also is used as a calmative to treat nervous disorders and anxiety.
(Tabebuia heptaphylla) Also called Lapacho or Taheebo. Pau d’arco has a long and well-documented history of use by the indigenous peoples of the rainforest. Indications imply that its use may actually predate the Incas. Throughout South America, tribes living thousands of miles apart have employed it for the same medicinal purposes for hundreds of years. Pau d’arco is recorded to be used by forest inhabitants throughout the Amazon for malaria, anemia, colitis, respiratory problems, colds, cough, flu, fungal infections, fever, arthritis and rheumatism, snakebite, poor circulation, boils, syphilis, and cancer.
(Tabebuia heptaphylla) Also called Lapacho or Taheebo. Pau d’arco has a long and well-documented history of use by the indigenous peoples of the rainforest. Indications imply that its use may actually predate the Incas. Throughout South America, tribes living thousands of miles apart have employed it for the same medicinal purposes for hundreds of years. Pau d’arco is recorded to be used by forest inhabitants throughout the Amazon for malaria, anemia, colitis, respiratory problems, colds, cough, flu, fungal infections, fever, arthritis and rheumatism, snakebite, poor circulation, boils, syphilis, and cancer.
