What is Cota Tea? Exploring the Indigenous Herbal Brew of the Southwest
                                
                                
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                                Used for centuries by indigenous peoples in the American Southwest, cota tea is a traditional herbal beverage known by many names, including Navajo Tea and Greenthread. This wild-crafted brew, derived from the *Thelesperma* plant, has a rich cultural history and is appreciated for its mild flavor and soothing properties.