Indian Tea (Hopi Tea)
Indian tea has been an important medicinal tea, popular in Southwestern states of the US. The tea is made from the cota plant by taking the whole plant and boiling it.
Health Benefits:
Digestive Aid
Stress reduction
Health Condition:
Stomachache
Fever
Depression
Method of Use:
Tea
Alternative Names:
Cota tinctoria
Cultural Narrative
Several community members described Indian tea as a part of their traditional medicine kit. Like a staple in a medicine cupboard, they describe Indian tea as being used to treat stomach aches, fevers, and general illness. While research is minimal, Indian tea is described as being useful for relieving a variety of ailments like stomachaches, indigestion, fevers, kidney issues, gonorrhea, nervous system stimulant and a mouthwash to help reduce tooth aches. The decoction of the plant may also be used externally as a wash or poultice to help relieve skin ailments on babies or chaffing.
Content here is for informational purposes only. As with all medicines, please consult with your physician before use.