Tag: Agathosma

For hundreds of years, the Khoi and San indigenous peoples of South Africa used the buchu plant, which they considered sacred, for a wide range of practical applications, from treating internal ailments to cosmetic use. The plant is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom and was an essential component of their traditional knowledge.

For millennia, the Khoi-San people of Southern Africa have used buchu for its perceived healing properties. The fragrant leaves of the *Agathosma* plant have since gained global attention, leading many to question: is buchu tea healthy?