Traditionally Reported Benefits
- Respiratory support
Used for coughs, colds, flu
Helps clear chest congestion
Sometimes used for asthma and bronchitis symptoms
Acts as an expectorant (helps remove mucus)
- Strong antimicrobial properties
Lantana camara contains compounds shown to have:
Antibacterial
Antifungal
Antiviral activity
Traditionally used for:
Sore throat
Infections
Wound washing (externally)
- Anti-inflammatory effects
Used for body pain
Joint pain
Swelling
Fever reduction
- Nervous system calming (mild)
Sometimes taken for headaches
Mild calming effect
- Blood cleansing (traditional belief)
Used as a "blood purifier"
Sometimes taken for skin conditions like rashes and eczema (more often applied externally)
- Antimalarial insect-repellent history
Historically used in some regions for malaria symptoms
Leaves used as an insect repellent
If used traditionally, it is for:
Short-term chest congestion
Infection
Fever
Cough with mucus
What's in the box
1 x Kea Organics - Lantana Camara - 15 Tea Bags
Disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: This product may be a complementary medicine and/or not have been evaluated and verified by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority for its quality, safety or intended use. Use of this product is therefore not intended to compensate for diagnosis, treatment, cure, or mitigation of medical conditions and must not substitute the obtaining of medical advice from a registered health professional for any health or health-related conditions.