About The Tea

Sideritis scardica is endemic to the central part of the Balkan Peninsula. Sideritis scardica has historically been a valuable medicinal plant. The name 'Sideritis' derives from the Greek word “sideros” meaning iron; in the ancient past, Sideritis was a generic reference for plants used to heal wounds caused by iron weapons during battles. Very popular throughout its range, the plant is used as a herb for the preparation of tisane, using stems, leaves and flowers. It has traditionally been used to aid digestion, strengthen the immune system, suppress viral infections, and to treat allergies and shortness of breath, sinus congestion, pain and mild anxiety. There is considerable interest in this species as a medicinal plant due to its anti-ulcer, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.

Region

We are based in the valley of the Tundja river between the mountains of Strandzha and Sakar, in the southeastern part of Upper Thrace. From ancient times the region has been famous for the healing powers of its herbs. In his Historia Plantarum the father or botany, Theophrastus (c. 370 – c. 285 B.C.), asserts that Thrace is the region richest in medicinal herbs. Our fields can be found in the most south-eastern part of the European Union, close to the border with Turkey. The lack of big cities or industrial plants in the area and the established traditions in cultivating our fertile land guarantee for the quality of our tea.

Product

Our mountain tea is sold wholesale loose or in small packages ready for direct retail sale.

• Loose - in 20 kg. sack
• Tea bags – 25 g/bag