Ku Ding Cha-Folium Ilicis Latifoliae-Broadleaf Holly Tea

Ku Ding Cha 苦丁茶 Broadleaf Holly Tea is a distinctive bitter medicinal tea in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). These dried leaves from Ilex latifolia are prized for their intensely bitter taste with a sweet aftertaste and cold properties with heat-clearing and cardiovascular support effects.

Key Benefits

• Traditionally used to clear heat-toxins and reduce fever.
• May help lower fire and address hypertension.
• Commonly used to promote digestion and support lipid regulation.

Product Specifications

• Appearance: Dried broadleaf holly leaves with distinctive bitter profile.

Usage Methods

• Tea decoction: Use hot water and steep for only 1-2 minutes to avoid an overly bitter taste. The needles will unfold, and the tea can be re-steeped several times.

Storage

• Store in airtight container and keep it in a cool and dark place.
• Shelf life 36 months.

Safety Notes

• Not recommended for spleen-stomach deficiency with cold.
• Limit use during pregnancy due to strong moving properties.
• This product does not make medical claims.