Orange Leaves Herbal Tea (Citrus aurantium L.)

Orange Leaves Herbal Tea

Ingredients: 100% Orange Leaves (Citrus aurantium).

Aroma: delicate

Taste: citrus, smooth and cosy.

Curiosities:

The orange tree corresponds to a citrus fruit tree of medium height and round shape of the Rutaceae family. According to historical accounts, the first orange trees appeared more than 7000 years ago, probably in countries such as India, China, and Vietnam. It was around the 10th century that China began the first explorations of this tree for medicinal purposes. In tea consumption, it is customary to use orange blossoms, leaves, and peels to treat various pathologies, even in cooking. In addition, you can use orange peels as a natural repellent against slugs in green spaces with vegetation.

Orange leaves may promote pain relief, slow digestion, constipation, even as a decrease in fever. Due to their calming property, they can promote rest and body relaxation, thus combating insomnia and stress caused by constant nervousness. Being excellent allies in the balance of the nervous system. As for its diuretic property, orange leaves may contribute to the elimination of fluid retention and, at the same time, promote the body's deflation. In addition, orange leaves contain antioxidant properties that may help to strengthen the defences.

Water temperature: 100º

Infusion time: 3 to 5 minutes.

Recommended quantity: 2 tablespoons, litter of water. It is recommended to consume 3 to 4 cups of tea daily between each main meal.

Store in a dry (max. 20º) and cool (max. 60% humidity) place.

Warnings: This plant should be avoided by pregnant women, babies, or anyone with hypersensitivity to its chemical components without prior medical advice.

NOTE: The images shown were made in our company, however, the type of cut and dimensions of the plant may vary from supply to supply or time of year.