Round-leaf Buchu, a member of the citrus family of plants (Rutaceae), is endemic to the mountain slopes in the Cederberg Region of the Western Cape. Similar to Rooibos, it forms part of the Fynbos species, the natural vegetation of the Cape Floral Kingdom.

PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Place the desired quantity (2.5 ml/½ tsp per 250 ml cup) in an infuser teapot (or single-cup tea strainer) and add boiling water. Steep 5-10 min before serving. For optimal results, preferably consume without milk, sugar or honey. Best enjoyed at 60°C.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Take care when handling hot water/ milk.

A powerful, traditional South African herbal tea made from Sutherlandia frutescens, a shrub long used by the indigenous Khoi and Nama people.