Carissa Edulis Herbal Tea – Wild Num Num Berry Infusion

Carissa Edulis Herbal Tea — Science-Backed Healing from the African Wild

Carissa edulis (Vahl) also, known locally in Kenya as Mukawa is one of East Africa's most celebrated medicinal plants — and one of its best-kept secrets. Used for centuries by traditional healers across Kenya, Ethiopia, and Tanzania, this wild-harvested shrub is now gaining global recognition for its extraordinary therapeutic potential.

What the Science Says

Researchers at Kenyan universities and international institutions have extensively studied Carissa edulis, uncovering a rich profile of bioactive compounds including carissone, ursolic acid, lupeol, and flavonoids — each contributing to its wide-ranging health benefits:

• Antiviral Activity — Studies published in peer-reviewed journals have demonstrated that extracts of Carissa edulis exhibit significant activity against Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), making it one of the few African medicinal plants with documented antiviral properties.
• Anti-inflammatory & Analgesic — Traditionally used to relieve joint pain, headaches, and fever, its anti-inflammatory compounds have been validated in pharmacological studies, supporting its use in managing arthritis and chronic pain.
• Antimicrobial Protection — Root and leaf extracts have shown broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against common pathogens, supporting immune resilience and gut health.
• Antioxidant Power — Rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, Carissa edulis helps neutralize oxidative stress — a key driver of aging and chronic disease.
• Digestive & Liver Support — Traditionally administered for stomach ailments, constipation, and liver complaints, with emerging research supporting its hepatoprotective properties.
• Nervous System Support — Used in traditional medicine for epilepsy and convulsions; preliminary studies suggest neuroactive compounds that may support neurological wellness.

A Taste of the African Highlands

Picture the misty slopes of Mount Kenya at dawn — dew-kissed shrubs, red berries glistening in the early light. That is where our Carissa edulis is carefully wild-harvested by local communities who have known its power for generations. Brewed as a tea, it delivers a gently earthy, subtly sweet, and slightly astringent flavor — warming, grounding, and deeply nourishing.

How to Brew

• Add 1–2 teasbags of dried Carissa edulis herb to a cup
• Pour freshly boiled water (95°C / 200°F)
• Steep for 7–10 minutes for full potency
• Strain and enjoy — sweeten with raw honey if desired
• Drink 1–2 cups daily for best results

Purity You Can Trust

Ethically wild-harvested from the East African highlands. Sun-dried and minimally processed to preserve the full spectrum of bioactive compounds. No additives. No fillers. No artificial anything.

Caffeine-Free  |  100% Natural  |  Vegan & Gluten-Free  |  Sustainably Harvested

"Known to Kenyan scientists for decades, Carissa edulis is finally getting the global attention it deserves."