Orange leaves

Citrus × aurantium

infusion

Leaves drunk as a decoction: against high blood pressure among the Pataxó Hãhãhãi of Brazil, against fever in Amazonia; the Kichwa of Ecuador add them to the guayusa offered to guests.

Origin

Southeast Asia, now wherever orange trees grow

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

One tablespoon of dried plant per half litre of water is simmered for ten minutes, then the decoction is strained and drunk; the plant itself is not eaten.

Did you know?

The bitter orange tree also gives orange blossom.