Kawakawa Micropiper excelsum
Our Kawakawa has been picked by our team using Tikanga Māori.
One of the most popular natural medicines known in Aotearoa. Kawakawa is a bush tonic for cleansing the kidneys and blood, ensuring your body can continue to operate optimally. Harvested in the wild, taking only what is needed and never picking from the same site within two years. Leaves with holes eaten by insects are suitable for picking, they have the most concentrated medicinal properties. Kawakawa tea has an earthy, peppery taste, a refreshing and uplifting tonic improving energy and overall health.
Caution: Kawakawa needs to be taken with caution, try half a teaspoon first in a full cup and see how your body reacts. Each batch of Kawakawa has been hand-picked from various locations, you may notice slight variances.
Uses
Cleansing kidneys - increases urine flow
For coughs and colds
Helps ease rheumatic joint pain
Add Kūmarahou as a remedy for bronchitis
Brewing & Ingredients
Add 1-2 teaspoons and brew in 90ºC water for 5 minutes. Strain and serve.
Ingredients: Wild-Harvested Kawakawa
Caution: If you are on any medication, hapu (pregnant) or breastfeeding please consult your doctor before drinking as some herbs may not be suitable.