Jiaogulan (Gynostemma) in tea bags

Botanic name:

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum

Other names: Jiao Gu Lan, 5-leaf ginseng, Southern ginseng, miracle grass.

What exactly is this plant?

Jiaogulan is a wild vine from Asia. Fun fact: back in the Ming Dynasty (around 1406), it was actually recorded as a ‘Famine Time Life-Saving Herb’ because it’s so packed with nutrients. Fast forward a few centuries, and the locals in China started calling it the ‘herb of immortality’. We usually just call it Southern Ginseng. It's been a staple in traditional Chinese culture for hundreds of years.

Why we actually drink it (The honest benefits):

Look, there are a lot of wild medical claims out there about this herb—we've even seen old laboratory reports about it making mice swim further! But we like to keep it real here. We drink this Jiao Gu Lan herbal tea because it genuinely makes you feel good, without any harsh side effects.

• The perfect wind-down: It has absolutely zero caffeine. If you need a calming, soothing cuppa before bed to switch your brain off, this is it.

• A daily reset: It’s a great, clean brew to help you feel light and refreshed. A lot of our regulars use it as a natural, everyday detox to balance out a heavy diet.

• Steady vitality: It doesn't give you the caffeine jitters. It just helps you feel a bit more grounded, resilient, and ready to tackle a busy day.

The science bit, kept simple:

If you’re into the wellness scene, you’ve probably heard the buzzword "adaptogen" lately. Jiao Gu Lan is famous for being a powerful natural adaptogen and is absolutely loaded with antioxidants.

In plain English? An adaptogen is just a herb that helps your body deal with everyday stress, trauma, and fatigue, bringing you back to normal. Add in the antioxidants, and you’ve basically got a natural daily defence system in a teacup. The best part is that it's incredibly gentle on your system.

Packaging:

30 tea bags - 60g 

50 tea bags - 100g