🍵Aspalathus linearis
Rooibos (red bush)
★ Signature remedyAspalathus linearis
A naturally caffeine-free South African shrub whose needle-like leaves brew a deep red, gently sweet tea.
Traditional use
An everyday Khoisan and Afrikaans drink given even to babies; used for sleep, mild allergies, and skin support. Rich in antioxidants.
How to prepare
1 tsp loose rooibos per cup, just-boiled water, steep 5–8 minutes. Drink plain, with milk, or with lemon and honey.
Safety notes
Very safe. Avoid extracts with concentrated unfermented (green) rooibos if you have estrogen-sensitive conditions.
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