Cat's Whiskers or Java Tea (Orthosiphon aristatus)

This pretty perennial herb grows to around 1m tall in South-east Asia & Northern Australia . The leaves are attractively toothed and slightly hairy. Spikes of white tubular flowers with exceptionally long white stamens (thus Cat's Whiskers) are borne for most of the year in warm climates.

Cultivation

Easily grown in warm climates, Cat's Whiskers requires a sunny, well-drained location. It is drought tolerant and adaptable to a range of soil types. The plant can be planted by seed or by softwood cuttings harvest the leaves when in full bloom

Health Benefits and uses of Cat's Whiskers or Java Tea

used in traditional medicine, especially for kidney complaints
A tea made from the leaves has diuretic properties
The plant is also an ornamental garden specimen
stops mild spasms
regulation of bile
lower blood pressure
stimulates urine production
treats cellulite
rheumatism arthritis and gout

Side Effects and Possible Interactions of Cat's Whiskers or Java Tea

Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested only use the leaves

There are currently no documented reports of side effects

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