Centaury Herbal Tea 50g - Centaurii Herba The centaury is flowering plant of the gentian family that is commonly found in Europe, northern Africa, western Asia and eastern Australia. Known by its official name of centaurium erythraea, the centaury is a biennial herb which, standing erect, reaches 0.5 meter in height. It boasts of a leafy, erect stem with branches. It is triangular-shaped leaves found on opposite sides of the stem. From June to September each year, pinkish flowers with yellow anthers bloom. The fruit takes the form of a cylindrical capsule. Centaury Tea benefits have been known for a long time in the annals of traditional herbal medicine. Centaury has a very bitter taste and it is often used to flavor bitter liqueurs, and is an ingredient in vermouth. To Make a Mug: Place 1 teaspoon of Centaury Tea in 1 cup of boiling water, cover and let the mix steep for up to 10 minutes. Strain off and enjoy! It is not recommended that you drink Centaury tea over 10 days in one row. Ingredient 100 Centaury Centaurii Herba Content 50g Do not use if sensitive to any of the ingredients. Keep in a dry, clean and cool place. INGREDIENTS 100 Centaury Herb Centaurii Herba DIRECTIONS Pour fresh, boiling water (1,5-2dl) over one teaspoon (2g) of Centaury and steep for 3-5 minutes. Strain off and let it become warm. Consume slowly, once a day before your main meal. SAFETY WARNING Not suitable for people with stomach ulcers, pregnant or nursing mothers. Please consult with your doctor or other qualified health care professional before beginning any nutritional program or diet. Keep away from children. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake and do not use it as the only source of food. Do not use if sensitive, allergic to any of the ingredients. Store on room temperature, do not expose to direct sun light. Food supplements should not replace a balanced diet or healthy lifestyle. See moreWith 40 years of experience Mecsek Tea is a reputable leader in the European market where products are made exclusively from natural ingredients, without the use of artificial colouring or preservatives. Mecsek Tea gives the highest priority to packaging optimization and reduction. The Eco-friendly packaging means no plastic packaging, zip locks bags or foiled bags. Mecsek Tea is located at the foot of the Mecsek Mountains, in an environment with a special Mediterranean climate, where there is a long tradition of the production and collection of herbs. This tea is 100 natural, no additives, or artificial flavourings. The ingredients used in our harmonious blends are carefully analysed by our own quality control facility. At Mecsek Tea quality is our highest priority form the leaf to your cup. Drawing 40 years of experience and a passion for tea, Mecsek Tea never settles for less than the best. Centaury Tea benefits have been known for a long time in the annals of traditional herbal medicine. Centaury has a very bitter taste and it is often used to flavor bitter liqueurs, and is an ingredient in vermouth. One of the classic "bitter herbs", Centaury is a relative of the gentians and grows abundantly in the wild and it has a long history of traditional use.