Pimenta officinalis
Part Used: Fruit
Energetics: Bitter, pungent, warming
Actions: Antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial
Indications: Indigestion, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, high blood pressure, diabetes
Emblica officinalis
Part Used: Dried fruit, seeds, roots, leaves, bark and flowers
Energetics: Sour, sweet, cooling
Actions: Neuroprotection, longevity, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory effect
Indications: GIT inflammation, ulcers, colitis, hepatitis, cough, cold, sore throat, respiratory tract infections
Amla berry is used in our Antioxidant Tea.
Withania somnifera
Part used: Root
Energetics: Sharp, bitter, earthy, slightly sweet
Actions: Antiviral, hypotensive, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, immunomodulating, adaptogenic, antispasmodic, febrifuge, hepatic
Indications: Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, chronic connective tissue disorders, anxiety, impaired memory, insomnia, ADHD
Ashwagandha is used in our Spirit Dust.
Astragalus membranaceus
Part used: Root
Energetics: Sweet, warming, moist
Actions: Immunomodulator, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, adaptogen, diuretic, antibacterial, antiviral
Indications: Immune system dysfunction (frequent colds and influenza, bronchitis, Herpes simplex, fatigue, anaemia, weak limbs, angina, hypertension, oedema, hepatitis, asthma, prolapsed organs, chronic diarrhoea, diabetes mellitus
Astragalus is used in our Spark Dust and Spirit Dust
Ocimum basilicum
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Pungent, sweet, bitter, warm
Actions: Antidepressant antiseptic anti-inflammatory antimicrobial antispasmodic carminative
Indications: Congestion, coughs, colds sore, throat, indigestion, dysentery, diarrhoea
Basil is used in our Meditation Tea.
Citrus bergamia
Part used: Fruit, leaf, peel, oil
Energetics: Sweet, cooling
Actions: Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiulcer, digestive, nervine, stomachic
Indications: Stress, depression, fatigue, sore throat, inflammation, bloating, acne, eczema, skin diseases
Bergamot is used in our French Earl Grey, Earl Grey and Grey Martini Tea.
Piper nigrum
Part used: Dried unripe fruit
Energetics: Pungent, warming
Actions: Antibacterial, antioxidant, antihypertensive, immune-boosting, fever-reducing
Indications: High blood pressure, common cold, cough, congestion, Alzheimer’s , Strokes, Parkinson’s disease
Black pepper is used in our Soothe Dust.
Bacopa monieri
Part used: Whole plant
Energetics: bitter, sweet, cooling
Actions: Antiviral, hypotensive, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, immunomodulating, adaptogenic, antispasmodic, febrifuge, hepatic
Indications: Brain injury and stroke, anxiety. epilepsy
Agathosma betulina
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Bitter, pungent, warm, dry.
Actions: Diuretic, antimicrobial, antiseptic, laxative
Indications: Urinary tract infection (specifically acidic urine) including Cystitis, Urethritis and Prostatitis
Buchu is used in our Buchu Tea
Arctium lappa
Part used: Root and seed
Energetics: bitter, pungent, cooling, drying, dissolving, stimulating, restoring
Actions: detoxifying, nutritive, alterative, bitter tonic, lymphatic, diuretic
Indications: eczema, psoriasis, skin rashes, dry skin arthritis, kidney stones, gout
Burdock root is used in our Essiac Tea.
Santalum acuminatum
Part used: Fruit, leaves, kernels
Actions: Antimicrobial, antioxidant, purgative, immune boosting
Indications: common cold, flu, cancer, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease, skin disorders such as skin sores, boils, itchiness
Bush Quandong is used in our Australian Bush Blush Tea
Theobroma cacao
Part used: Seed
Energetics: Warming, spicy, bitter
Actions: Diaphoretic, stimulant, expectorant, antidepressant, aphrodisiac
Indications: Depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue, heart disease
We use certified organic raw cacao in our entire premium cacao infusion range.
Calendula officinalis
Part used: Flower
Energetics: Slightly bitter, warming, drying
Actions: Slightly astringent, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic- bacterial and fungal, diaphoretic, cholagogue, lymphatic, vulnerary
Indications: Skin rashes, eczema, acne, cold sores, jaundice, hepatitis, gastritis, colitis, leaky gut, lymphangitis
Calendula is used in our Cleansing Tea.
Elettaria cardamomum
Part used: Seed
Energetics: spicy, aromatic, warming, drying
Actions: Carminative, antispasmodic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, circulatory stimulant, anti-emetic, aphrodisiac
Indications: Nausea and vomiting, gastritis, indigestion, cough, chronic bronchitis, nervous exhaustion, depression, fatigue, poor memory
Cardamom is used in our Digestive and Spicy Chai Tea.
Matricaria recutita
Part used: Flower
Energetics: Neutral to cool, slightly bitter, sweet
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, mild sedative, cholagogue, bitter tonic (digestive), antispasmodic, spasmolytic, carminative, mild sudorific, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, antiulcer, relaxant, antiallergic, anticatarrhal
Indications: Bloating, minor spasms, dyspepsia, impaired digestion, colitis, colic, diverticulitis, constipation (children), Crohn’s disease, infantile colic and flatulence
Chamomile is used in our Chakra, Chamomile, Digestive, Peaceful and Restful Tea
Cichorium intybus
Part used: Root
Energetics: Bitter, sweet, slightly salty, cool, neutral
Actions: Nourishing, stimulating, restoring
Indications: Appetite loss, painful digestion, epigastric pain and bloating, jaundice, diabetes, depression, fatigue, dizziness, anaemia
Roasted chicory root is used in our Shine Dust.
Cinnamomum verum
Part used: Stem bark outer
Energetics: Pungent, sweet, astringent, aromatic, dry
Actions: Astringent, antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer, immunomodulator, antidiarrhoeal, carminative, hypoglycaemic, hypoinsulinaemic, hypolipidaemic
Indications: Flatulent dyspepsia, nausea, diarrhoea, common cold, influenza, tinea pedis, candida, diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, hyperlipidaemia, possible cancer prophylaxis, oxidative stress and inflammatory disorders.
Cinnamon is used in our Australian Outback Chai
Syzygium aromaticum
Part used: Flower bud
Energetics: Stimulant, carminative, aromatic, pungent, warming
Actions: Antibacterial, antioxidant, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic
Indications: nausea, vomiting, flatulence, cough, bronchitis, oedema, chronic nephritis, urinary disorders
Cloves are used in our Spicy Chai and Masala Chai
Elymus repens
Part used: Rhizome
Energetics: Sweet and bland, cold and moist
Actions: Diuretic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory
Indications: Cystitis, urethritis, prophylactic for kidney gravel, benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostatitis, gout, rheumatism, jaundice
Couch grass is used in our Buchu Tea
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Part used: Berry
Energetics: cooling, light, drying
Actions: Antiseptic, diuretic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial
Indications: Urinary Tract Infection, kidney stones, low immune system
Cranberries are used in our Antioxidant Tea.
Taraxacum officinale
Part used: Root
Energetics: Cooling, drying, bitter, sweet
Actions: Diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, bitter tonic, alterative, nutritive, choleretic, cholagogue, hepatoprotective, mild laxative
Indications: dyspepsia, lack of appetite, constipation, water retention, acne, boils, premenstrual syndrome, healthy liver function, arthritis, cystitis
Dandelion root is used in our Cleansing Tea, Women’s Wellness Tea and Shine Dust.
Echinacea spp.
Part used: Whole plant and/or root
Energetics: Sweet, cooling, diffusive, drying
Actions: Immunomodulator, modulates inflammation, sialogogue, antimicrobial, circulatory stimulant, lymphatic, alterative, antipyretic, antioxidant, vulnerary.
Indications: viral, bacterial and parasitic infections, common cold, influenza, sinus, throat and lung infections, infected wounds, acne, boils, abscesses, dermatitis, psoriasis, septicaemia, mouth infections, herpes virus, warts, venomous bites, vaginal candidiasis, urinary tract infections, fevers
Echinacea is used in our Immune Tea.
Sambucus nigra
Part used: Berries
Energetics: Slightly sweet, slightly bitter, drying and cooling
Actions: Immunomodulating, antiviral, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic
Indications: colds, and influenza, aches and pains, coughing, nasal congestion, catarrh and fever, Herpes virus infections
Elderberries are used in our Antioxidant, Immune and Ruby Rose Tea.
Sambucus nigra
Part used: Flower, bark, root, leaf
Energetics: Slightly sweet, slightly bitter, drying, cooling
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, antiviral, astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge, immune boosting
Indications: Bronchitis, sinusitis, rhinitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, cold and flu with fever, mouth and throat inflammation, oedema, kidney stones, UTIs Skin, eczema, ulcers, boils and abscesses, skin inflammation
Elderflower is used in our Lemon, Lime and Bitters Iced Tea
Eucalyptus globulus
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Pungent, somewhat bitter, aromatic, cooling, moist
Actions: Stimulating, dispersing, restoring, astringing, antiseptic, diaphoretic
Indications: Burns, injuries, ulcers, abscesses Respiratory System respiratory infections, bronchitis, asthma pneumonia, cough, sore throat, kidneys and Bladder burning, urogenital infections
Eucalyptus is used in our Australian Breakfast Tea.
Foeniculum vulgare
Part used: Seed
Energetics: Slightly cooling, moist, sweet
Actions: Antiemetic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antitussive, calmative, digestive, diuretic
Indications: IBS, flatulent dyspepsia, flatulent colic, wheezing, shortness of breath, cough, bronchitis
Fennel seed is used in our Digestive, Masala Chai, Mother Nurture and Spicy Chai.
Zingiber officinale
Energetics: Hot, drying and pungent
Actions: Anti-emetic, carminative, digestive stimulant, antidiarrhoeal, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, anodyne, analgesic, antioxidant, stimulating diaphoretic, stimulating expectorant, antimicrobial, circulatory stimulant, immunomodulatory
Indications: Nausea and vomiting for morning sickness in pregnancy, motion sickness, postoperative and drug induced nausea, stomach cramping, bloating, indigestion, flatulence, migraines
Ginger is used in our Cleansing Tea and Digestive Tea
Galega officinalis
Part used: Aerial Parts
Energetics: Neutral, bitter, pungent
Actions: diuretic, antibacterial, antidiabetic, diaphoretic
Indications: Diabetes, rheumatism, constipation, diarrhoea
Goat’s rue is used in our Mother Nurture Tea.
Lycium barbarum
Part used: Fruit
Energetics: Sweet, bitter, cooling
Actions: adaptogenic, hypertensive, antioxidant, antiradiation, anti-ageing, anticancer
Indications: coughs, asthma, tuberculosis, diabetes
Goji Berries are used in our Antioxidant Tea.
Centella asiatica
Part used: The herb
Energetics: Slightly sweet, bitter, pungent
Actions: Adaptogen, anxiolytic, nervine tonic, neuroprotective, nootropic, sedative, antidepressant, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, alterative, skin protective, antidiabetic.
Indications: Cognitive function, Alzheimer’s disease, anxiety, stress, depression, insomnia, circulation and water retention, joint pain, swelling, skin conditions, wound healing, stretch marks, varicose veins and scarring including topically
Gotu Kola is used in our Energy and Meditation Tea.
Camellia sinensis
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Bitter-sweet, drying, cooling
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, antiarthritic, antibacterial, antiangiogenic, antioxidative, antiviral, neuroprotective, stimulant
Indications: Stress, mental fatigue, high blood pressure, stroke, coronary heart disease
Our green teas:
Crataegeus monogyna
Part used: Leaf, flower and berries
Energetics: sour, slightly sweet, warm
Actions: Antiarrhythmic, astringent, antioxidant, cardiotonic, cardioprotective, hypotensive
Indications: chronic heart failure, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, circulatory disorders
Hawthorn berries are used in our Antioxidant Tea.
Polygonum multiflorum
Part used: Root
Energetics: Slightly warming, bitter, sweet
Actions: Antibacterial, antioxidant
Indications: Dizziness, blurred vision, insomnia, anaemia, infertility, premature greying hair
He Shou Wu is used in our Sex Dust.
Hibiscus
Part used: Flower
Energetics: Sweet, sour, bitter, cooling
Actions: Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiparasitic, antiseptic, digestive, diuretic
Indications: Bladder infection, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, constipation, diarrhoea
Hibiscus is used in our Antioxidant, Australian Bush Blush, Spicy Chai, Turkish Delight, Women’s Wellness and Ruby Rose.
Cyclopia intermedia
Part used: Whole Plant
Energetics: Slightly astringent and cooling
Actions: antioxidant, antimutagenic, antimicrobial, phytoestrogenic, anti-ageing
Indications: Cough, respiratory problems, digestive issues, dry skin, heart disease, diabetes and menopausal symptoms
Honeybush is used in our Antioxidant Tea
Jasminum officinale
Part used: Flower, leaf, root
Energetics: Warming, bitter
Actions: Antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal
Indications: Acne, arthritis, conjunctivitis, gastrointestinal disorder, insomnia, tonsillitis, fever, stress, liver diseases
Jasmine is used in our Jasmine Green Tea.
Simmondsia chinensis
Part used: Seed
Actions: Anti-ageing, antifungal, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, emollient, hair tonic
Indications: Baldness, frizzy hair, wrinkles, acne, cuts, eczema, psoriasis, sunburn, scars, stretch marks
Juniperus communis
Part used: Berries
Energetics: pungent, aromatic, bitter, sweet, warming, drying
Actions: Antiseptic, antirheumatic, carminative, antifungal
Indications: Rheumatism, arthritis, joint and muscle pain, bronchitis, oedema
Juniper berries are used in our Buchu Tea.
Lavandula angustifolia
Part used: Flower
Energetics: Bitter, drying, cooling
Actions: Analgesic, antibacterial, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antirheumatic, antispasmodic
Indications: anxiety, depression, headaches, insomnia, nervous exhaustion, bloating, indigestion, cramping, motion sickness, epithelial Skin conditions (acne, eczema)
Lavender is used in our Chakra, French Earl Grey, Peaceful, Restful and Grey Martini.
Melisaa officinalis
Part used: Herb
Energetics: Sour, cooling, drying
Actions: Relaxing nervine, anxiolytic, antidepressant, sedative, nootropic, nervine tonic, antimicrobial, antiviral, relaxing diaphoretic, febrifuge, carminative, aromatic digestant, anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic, antispasmodic, antioxidant
Indications: Anxiety, nervousness, stress, insomnia, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, tension headaches, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, diarrhoea, flatulence, colds and influenza ,insect bites
Lemon balm is used in our Mother Nurture, Peaceful and Restful Tea.
Citrus limonum
Part used: Rind
Energetics: Sour, cooling, drying
Actions: decongesting, dissolving, diluting, nourishing, restoring, astringing
Indications: skin itching, skin infections, rashes, fatigue, chronic stress, anaemia, haemophilia, low WBC and RBC count, nausea, flatulence, constipation, rheumatism, arthritis, gout
Lemon peel is used in our Cleansing, Immune Lemon, Lime and Bitters Tea.
Verbena officinalis
Part used: Aerial parts
Energetics: sweet, sour, cool, slightly moist, bitter
Actions: Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, carminative
Indications: Anxiety, depression, insomnia, indigestion, gastroenteritis, constipation
Lemon verbena is used in our Restful and Lemon, Lime and Bitters Tea.
Cymbopogon citratus
Part used: The herb
Energetics: Cooling, drying, pungent, bitter, sour
Actions: Analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, carminative, diuretic, diaphoretic, antifungal
Indications: Cough, bronchitis, asthma, indigestion, colic, gas, cramps
Lemongrass is used in our Energy, Golden Turmeric and Lemongrass & Ginger Tea.
Tilia sp.
Part used: Leaf, bud and flower
Energetics: Sweet, slightly bitter, aromatic, cooling, soothing
Actions: Relaxing, nervine, antispasmodic, hypotensive, vasodilator, demulcent, diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory
Indications: Anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, headache, hypertension, palpitations, common cold, cold-related coughs, catarrhal respiratory condition
Linden flower is used in our Peaceful and Lemon, Lime and Bitters Tea.
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Part used: Root
Energetics: Sweet, moist, restoring, calming, relaxing, softening
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, adrenal tonic, demulcent, mucoprotective, antiulcer (peptic), antispasmodic, antiviral, mild laxative, antimicrobial, antiprotozoal, hepatoprotective, expectorant, anticariogenic, immunomodulatory, immunostimulant, antitussive, antiatherogenic.
Indications: Digestive symptoms, conditions of the gastrointestinal and urinary tract, Rheumatoid arthritis, gout, Depression, chronic stress, Eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis
Liquorice root is used in our Digestive and Energy Tea.
Lepidium meyenii
Part used: Root
Energetics: Sweet, warming, moist
Actions: Adaptogen, antioxidant, aphrodisiac, immune tonic, nutritive, rejuvenative
Indications: Erectile Dysfunction, infertility, irregular menses, low sperm count, menopause symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings), chronic fatigue, memory loss, rheumatism, osteoporosis
Maca is used in our Spark Dust and Sex Dust.
Althaea officinalis
Part used: Root
Energetics: Sweet, cooling, moistening
Actions: Diuretic, anti-inflammatory, demulcent, vulnerary, expectorant
Indications: Dry spasmodic coughs, peptic ulcers, colitis, constipation, urinary tract infections, cystitis, dry and itchy skin, sore and dry mouth and throat
Camellia sinensis
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Bitter-sweet, drying, cooling
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, antiarthritic, antibacterial, antiangiogenic, antioxidative, antiviral, neuroprotective, stimulant
Indications: Stress, mental fatigue, high blood pressure, stroke, coronary heart disease
Matcha is used in our Super Dust.
Prosopis
Part used: Flower, root, seed, seedpod
Energetics: Sweet, aromatic
Actions: analgesic, anthelmintic, antibiotic, antiemetic, microbial, antioxidant
Indications: Diabetes, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, constipation
Mesquite is used in our Spark Dust, Spirit Dust, Shine Dust and Soothe Dust
Mucuna pruriens
Part used: Leaf, pod, seed
Energetics: Sweet, bitter, warming
Actions: Antidiabetic, antiepileptic, anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, antimicrobial activity, neuro-protective, hypotensive, analgesic, anti-inflammatory
Indications: Parkinson’s Disease, depression, stress, male infertility, low libido
Mucuna is used in our Sex Dust.
Myrtus communis
Part used: Leaf, berries, seed
Energetics: cooling, drying, bitter
Actions: Astringent, antiseptic, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-ageing, restorative, vermifuge, antibacterial, antifungal, expectorant, decongestant, stimulant, digestive
Indications: Oedema, bladder and kidney ulcers, diarrhoea, dysentery, colds, cough, acute and chronic respiratory infections, lung ulcers, tuberculosis, heart tachycardia or palpitations
Lemon myrtle Leaf is used in our Australian Breakfast, Australian Bush Blush and Lemon, Lime and Bitters Tea.
Urtica dioica
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Salty, slightly bitter, cooling, drying
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, antioxidant, astringent, diuretic, hepatoprotective, irritant (topical), nutritive tonic.
Indications: arthritis, tendonitis, Neuralgia, allergic rhinitis, atopic eczema, benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate cancer, inflammatory conditions of the urinary tract, fluid retention, fatigue
Nettle is used in our Mother Nature and Cleansing Tea
Avena sativa
Part used: Seed, stem
Energetics: Cooling, moistening, sweet
Actions: Alterative, antidepressant, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, blood tonic, brain tonic, demulcent, diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, endocrine tonic, febrifuge, laxative, mood elevator, nervine, nervous system tonic, nutritive, rejuvenative, reproductive tonic, restorative
Indications: anxiety, colds, constipation, convalescence, conclusions, Crohn’s disease, debility, erectile dysfunction, gout, headache, haemorrhoids, incontinence, infertility, insomnia, low libido, lupus, menopause, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, rheumatism, shingles, stress, ulcers, varicose veins
Camellia sinensis
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Bitter-sweet, drying, astringent, warming
Actions: Analgesic, anti-diarrheal, anti-emetic, anti inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic, anti-viral, appetite suppressant, astringent, cardio-stimulant, diuretic, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, stimulant
Indications: Stress, mental fatigue, high blood pressure, stroke, coronary heart disease
Our Black Teas: Australian Breakfast, Australian Wattleseed, Masala Chai, French Earl Grey, Grey Martini, English Breakfast and Earl Grey
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Passiflora incarnata
Part used: Aerial Parts
Energetics: Cooling, bitter
Actions: Anxiolytic, mild sedative, anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic, antispasmodic, hypnotic, hypotensive, anodyne
Indications: anxiety, insomnia, tachycardia, headache and restlessness, dysmenorrhea, asthma, whooping cough, epilepsy, cardiac rhythm abnormalities, hypertension, sexual dysfunction, Menopause
Passionflower is used in our Restful Tea and Sex Dust.
Mentha piperita
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Drying, cooling
Actions: antibacterial, carminative, spasmolytic, antiemetic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, cholagogue, choleretic, diaphoretic
Indications: irritable bowl syndrome, colitis, indigestion, cramps, diarrhoea, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, nausea, vomiting, morning sickness, cough, inflammation of the mouth and throat, respiratory infections
Peppermint is used in our Chakra, Immune, Moroccan Mint Green, Peppermint Tea.
Rubus idaeus
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Cooling, drying
Actions: uterine tonic galactagogue nutritive astringent
Indications: preventing miscarriage and aiding in delivery
Raspberry Leaf is used in our Mother Nature Tea.
Trifolium pratense
Part used: Flower, Leaf
Energetics: Neutral, slightly dry, slightly sweet
Actions: alterative, anti-inflammatory, anti-tussive, blood thinning, expectorant, nutritive, phyto-estrogen
Indications: Skin disorders – eczema, psoriasis, and ulcers, Respiratory conditions – spasmodic cough, bronchitis, Whooping cough
Red Clover is used in our Cleansing Tea.
Ganoderma lucidum
Part used: Fruiting body
Energetics: Bitter, cooling, drying
Actions: Immune modulating and enhancing, anti-tumour, adaptogen, tonic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, nervine, relaxant, stimulant, anti-allergic.
Indications: Chronic fatigue, weakened immunity, chronic infections or inflammation, convalescence, autoimmune disease, fibromyalgia, HIV/AIDS, anxiety
Reishi is used in our Spark Dust
Rheum palmatum
Root and rhizome
Bitter, cold, drying
Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, purgative, hepatoprotective, digestive stimulant
Constipation, digestive stagnation and sluggish digestion, liver and gallbladder congestion, accumulation of metabolic waste or toxins, inflammatory digestive conditions
Rhubarb root is used in our Essiac Tea
Aspalathus linearis
Part used: leaves
Actions: Anti-ageing, immunity booster, antiallergic, antianxiety, anti-inflammatory, antimutagenic, antioxidant, antiviral
Indications: Headache, asthma, heart disease, eczema, high blood pressure, kidney stones, insomnia, stomach ache, colic
Rooibos is used in our Rooibos & Rose Tea
Rosa centifolia
Part used: Flower, hip
Energetics: Aromatic, slightly bitter, astringent, cooling, drying
Actions: Nervine, carminative, emmenagogue, aphrodisiac, antibacterial, antiseptic, nervine, anti-inflammatory, cardio tonic, vulnerary
Indications: Sore throat, cold and flu symptoms, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, headaches, bug bites, scratches
Rose petals are used in our Antioxidant, Chakra and French Earl grey
Rosa canina
Part used: Fruit, seed
Energetics: Neutral (slightly Cool), sweet, sour
Actions: Astringent, stomachic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory
Indications: Gastritis, Diarrhoea, common cold, pain and joint stiffness associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Rosehip is used in our Antioxidant, Immune, Ruby Rose and Women’s Wellness Tea.
Schisandra chinensis
Part used: Fruit
Energetics: Warm, dry, cooling and moistening
Actions: Antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, adaptogen, immune-modulating, hepatoprotective, antitussive, astringent, nervine, sedative
Indications: Mental and physical stress, oxidative stress, inflammatory disorders, liver toxicity, hepatitis & compromised liver function, hypercholesterolaemia, insomnia, Alzheimers, ulcers, gastritis
Schisandra berries are used in our Antioxidant and Women’s Wellness Tea.
Asparagus racemosa
Part used: Root
Energetics: Cooling, moistening, sweet, bitter
Actions: Adaptogen, antitussive, antioxidant, antibacterial, immunomodulator, digestive, cytoprotective, galactogogue, anti-oxytocin, antispasmodic, antidiarrhoeal, antiulcerogenic, oestrogen modulator
Indications: Sexual debility and infertility; insufficient lactation, menopausal symptoms, stress, fatigue, general weakness, cystitis, gastritis, diarrhoea, cough, fluid retention, neuroprotective / antioxidant
Shatavari is used in our Sex Dust.
Rumex Acetosa
Part used: Root, herb and seed
Energetics: Cooling, drying, sour
Actions: Antibacterial, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant
Indications: Sinusitis, high blood pressure
Sheep sorrel is used in our Essiac Tea.
Lentinula edodes
Part used: Whole mushroom
Energetics: Sweet, neutral
Actions: Antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anticancer
Indications: High blood pressure, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, stomach ache, arthritis, osteoporosis, gout, poor circulation, colds and flu symptoms
Shiitake is used in our Spark Dust.
Eleutherococcus senticosus
Part used: Root
Energetics: Sweet, warming, stimulating, slightly bitter
Actions: Adaptogen (modulates stress response), immunomodulator, antiviral, mild stimulant, tonic
Indications: chronic fatigue syndrome, fatigue, sensation of weakness, exhaustion, tiredness, irritability, insomnia, mild depression and loss of concentration.
Siberian Ginseng is used in our Energy Tea and Spirit Dust.
Ulmus rubra
Part used: Inner bark
Energetics: Sweet, cooling
Actions: Demulcent, emollient, nutritive, antitussive, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, diuretic, expectorant, astringent.
Indications: Gastritis, gastric reflux, dyspepsia, gastric or duodenal ulcers, Crohn’s disease, colitis, diarrhoea and constipation, bronchitis and throat inflammation
Slippery Elm is used in our Essiac Tea
Mentha spicata
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Pungent, sweet, aromatic, cooling
Actions: anti-inflammatory, decongestant, expectorant
Indications: Colitis, Irritable bowel Syndrome, diarrhoea, motion sickness, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, cramps, cold and flu, sore throat, anxiety
Spearmint is used in our Cleansing, Moroccan Mint Green.
Illicium verum
Part used: Fruit
Energetics: Warming, drying, pungent
Actions: Antibacterial. antifungal
Indications: Indigestion, bloating, common cold
Star anise is found in our Digestive, Masala Chai, Mother Nurture and Spicy Chai Tea.
Stevia rebaudiana
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Sweet, bitter
Actions: Hypoglycaemic, hypotensive, vasodilator
Indications: Obesity, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, heart attacks, stroke, skin eczema, dermatitis, mouth cavities, gingivitis
Stevia is used in our Super Dust and Sex Dust.
Tasmannia lanceolata
Part used: Berries
Energetics: Aromatic, pungent, sweet, warming
Actions: Antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, stomachic
Indications: Diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular diseases
Tasmanian pepperberry is used in our Australian Outback Chai Tea.
Emblica officinalis
Part used: Fruit, seed
Energetics: Sweet, sour, bitter, pungent, and astringent
Actions: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulating, antibacterial, antimutagenic, adaptogenic, hypoglycemic
Indications: Constipation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, stress, anxiety, arthritis, gout
Triphala is used in our Shine Dust.
Curcuma longa
Part used: Rhizome
Energetics: Pungent, sweet, warm, dry
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiaging, neuroprotective, memory enhancing, anticancer, anticarcinogenic, antiproliferative, immunomodulator
Indications: Adjunctive cancer treatment, arthritis, osteoarthritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), dyspepsia, peptic ulcer; liver and gallbladder dysfunction, common cold, menstrual disorders, depression
Turmeric is used in our Golden Turmeric tea, Soothe Dust and Sex Dust.
Arctostaphylos uva ursi
Part used: Leaf, fruit
Energetics: Cooling, drying, astringent
Actions: anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antitussive, antiviral
Indications: Urinary Tract Infections, cystitis, urethritis, diuresis, kidney infections
Uva ursi is used in our Buchu Tea.
Acacia aneuro
Part used: seed
Actions: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neo-collagenesis activity, humectant, anti- acne activity, endothemic activity
Indications: flu, cough, colds, skin ailments such as wounds, dry skin, skin allergies, warts, boils
Wattleseed is used in our Australian Wattleseed Tea and Australian Outback Chai
Achillea millefolium
Part used: Herb
Energetics: Bitter, pungent, harmonising with a tendency towards cooling and drying
Actions: Antiseptic, bitter, antimicrobial, astringent, antispasmodic, carminative, peripheral vasodilator, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic, styptic, vulnerary, antipyretic
Indications: wounds, bleeding wounds, infections, circulatory problems, varicose veins, haemorrhoids, urinary tract infections, fevers, sore throat, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, menorrhagia, dyspepsia, diarrhoea
Yarrow is used in our Buchu, Immune and Lemon, Lime and Bitters Tea.
Ilex paraguariensis
Part used: Leaf
Energetics: Astringent, bitter
Actions: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, astringent, diuretic, stimulant
Indications: Urinary Tract Infections, kidney and bladder stones, depression, headaches, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, osteoporosis
Yerba Mate is used in our Super Dust and Meditation Tea.