Native of Europe, Vervain is extensively cultivated in other countries. Vervain, also known as Verbena, has long been credited with magical properties and was used in ceremonies by the Romans, Druids of ancient Britain and Gaul. It is a traditional h... *
Vervain (Verbena) Blue Tea "I really like this tea, whieh is almost impossible to find in the US, although readily available in Europe. Yours is reasonably priced and quite good." -- Mark
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Description
Native of Europe, Vervain is extensively cultivated in other countries. Vervain, also known as Verbena, has long been credited with magical properties and was used in ceremonies by the Romans, Druids of ancient Britain and Gaul. It is a traditional herbal medicine in both China and Europe.
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Anita Alger - April 28, 2006, 17:15
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Is this tea naturally caffeine free?
ZooScape Moderator - May 1, 2006, 16:42
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Yes! All vervain (or verbena) is naturally caffeine-free. In fact, it is sometimes used for its sedative effects. While vervain, like many other bitter plants, is used as a digestive aid or appetite stimulant, many people find it useful for insomnia. Vervain has also been used for menstrual complaints and by nursing mothers to stimulate the flow of breast milk.
Directions
Hot tea brewing method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 tea bag for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea).
Iced tea brewing method (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 tea bags into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the bags. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water].
Additional Information
ZooScape is proud to be the exclusive distributor of TerraVita teas, herbs and supplements in the United States, Canada and around the world. Please direct all wholesale and bulk inquiries to Simona Heather at 905-494-1785.
I really like this tea, whieh is almost impossible to find in the US, although readily available in Europe. Yours is reasonably priced and quite good.
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Mark
Hard to find tea, easy to get
I really like Verbena tea, it has very calming properties, which is sold in Europe everywhere. Almost imossible to find in the U.S. so it is a joy that Zooscape carries it. I am also much happier with Zooscape delivery process, last year the shipping info was hit or miss, this time...smooth, just like the tea. [Editor: Very pleased you like the tea! And I am happy to hear you find our delivery information better - our engineers revamped the system last year, and I agree with you - the results are bang-on now and thus much more useful!]
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stuy5
No problems with order received. Tea is delicious!
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Obiageli
Almost as good as loose tea I was served at classy French restaurant in DC and since I don't do loose tea at home it is the best I could have hoped for!
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ambie
I first experienced Vervain tea onboard a flight to Paris in 2002. I have searched extensively since that time to purchase it here in the states. I finally found it at ZooScape and ordered it. It meets my expectations perfectly. It is more calming than Camomille. I have shared it with friends and family and they love it as well.
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Lindsay
Verbena Blue tea vs: real Vervaine!
I use Vervain (Verbena) Blue Tea because I cannot find the real French vervaine in North America. It's quite good, but somehow does not equal the real vervaine that I find in France.
[Editor: Our pure vervain is verbena officinalis, which is the same as what is also known as 'French Vervaine'. However, Vervain is sometimes blended to provide more of a Lemon scent - I suspect this may be the variation you experienced in France.
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Doc
(Profession: Retired Professor)
great value
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Anonymous
Just o.k.
I was really optimistic about this tea but it is not that great. I have found that some Vervain teas have a bitter bite to them, including this one. In my opinion the best quality Vervain does not have a bitter taste. I guess I'll keep looking.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
