Māmaki

Pipturus albidus

infusion

Dried leaves of a nettle cousin, as a mild, caffeine-free tea.

Origin

Hawaii

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

One teaspoon of dried leaves per cup, five to ten minutes in barely simmering water; the infusion is strained and drunk.

Did you know?

Its leaves also feed the caterpillar of the Kamehameha, a butterfly found only in Hawaii.