Cuachalalate Bark 4 oz (Amphipterygium Adstringens) for Cuachalalate Tea
Cuachalalate Bark 4 oz (Amphipterygium Adstringens) for Cuachalalate Tea
Organic or wildcrafted cuachalalate bark (Amphipterygium adstringens), 4 oz
Grown and harvested in Mexico
Brew 1 to 2 tbsp per 8 oz, steep 10 to 15 minutes
Mild and lightly woody
One ingredient, nothing else in the bag
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Organic or wildcrafted cuachalalate bark, 4 oz. Cuachalalate is the bark of a tree that grows in the dry forests of Mexico, the arbol de cuachalalate, known to botanists as Amphipterygium adstringens. People often ask what cuachalalate is called in English. The answer is that there is no English name. It goes by cuachalalate everywhere.
It is one of the best known traditional herbs in Mexico, where families have brewed te de cuachalalate for generations. The bark itself has a mild, lightly woody taste.
How to make cuachalalate tea
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of cuachalalate bark to 8 ounces of boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain, then enjoy.
Frequently asked questions
What is cuachalalate in English?
There is no English name. It is called cuachalalate in English, in Spanish and in the botanical literature. The tree is Amphipterygium adstringens and it grows in the dry forests of Mexico.
What is cuachalalate?
The bark of a Mexican tree, the arbol de cuachalalate. It is one of the best known traditional herbs in Mexico, where families have brewed te de cuachalalate for generations.
How do you make cuachalalate tea?
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of bark to 8 ounces of boiling water. Cover and steep 10 to 15 minutes, then strain.
What does it taste like?
Mild and lightly woody. It is much gentler than most barks.
Is it the bark or the root?
The bark.
Does it have caffeine?
No.
Where is it from?
Mexico, and it is printed on the bag.
How should I store it?
Tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F.
PRECAUTIONS
- Not for use during pregnancy or nursing.
- Individuals under 18 and individuals with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use.
HOW TO MAKE CUACHALALATE TEA:
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of cuachalalate bark to 8 ounces of boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain, then enjoy.
Pregnant or nursing mothers, individuals under 18, and individuals with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use.
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