Tag: Herbal foraging

Pine needle tea was historically used by Indigenous cultures to prevent scurvy due to its very high vitamin C content. Before you can enjoy this ancient remedy, knowing which pine needles are safe for tea is the single most important step for your health and safety.

Pine and fir needles can contain significantly more vitamin C than an orange, a fact known by indigenous peoples and early explorers who used evergreen tea to cure scurvy. This raises the question: can you drink evergreen tea safely for its health benefits?