« Back to products list Common Name: Yerba Mate
Botanical Name: Ilex paraguariensis
Growing Area: South America

General Info:
Yerba Mate is a species of holly that grows as an evergreen shrub or tree up to 45 feet tall. Between the months of October and December it produces small, greenish-white flowers and small red fruits resembling a pepper berry.

Yerba Mate is consumed as a tea that is prepared by steeping dry leaves and twigs of Yerba Mate in hot water. The flavor is herbal and grassy, similar to green tea.

Nutrients & Applications:
Yerba Mate contains xanthines, which are alkaloids in the same family as the stimulants found in coffee or chocolate. It also contains potassium, magnesium, manganese, saponins, sterols, and other important vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Yerba Mate is used to enhance energy, focus, and alertness. It is helpful for stimulating digestion, and may help maintain healthy body weight when paired with a healthy diet and exercise. It also has significant antioxidant activity.