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Caribbean Herbal (Bush) Teas

 
 
Names of the plants  are given, followed by their preparation methods, and health-giving properties.
 
Perriwinkle, Old Maid Tea made from boiled leaves alleviates diarrhea, diabetes, hypertension, toothaches, nervousness, fits, nose bleeds, or bleeding of the mouth, and excessive menstrual flows.
 
Glory Cedar Crushed leaves in a bath are good for skin infections
 
Wile Sage, Ma Bizou Tea made from boiled leaves clears the urine of diabetics and relives symptoms of yellow fever.
 
Comfrey Leaves are crushed and applied to the skin for dermatitis.  The leaves are used as a tea or as infusion with rum for cleansing the blood.
 
Leaf of Life, Love Bush, Magic Leaf Warmed leaves placed on the affected are of the body will relive migraine, ringworms, or rheumatism.  Juice extracted from crushed leaves relieves infected mosquito bites or athletes foot.
 
Coralita, Bride's tears Tea made from boiled flowers and leaves is good for coughs and throat constrictions.
Lemon Grass
This a a very fragrant lemony-smelling grass.   It is taken during fevers as it produces profuse perspiration which cools down the body.  
Cerassie
Cerasee cleanses the insides.   It is also  said to be good for stomach pains.   That's after you've got over the pain of having to drink it.   It is extremely bitter - no matter how much sugar you put in it.... More....
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