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Cistus | Rock Rose | Organic | Ancient | Resinous

Cistus | Rock Rose | Organic | Ancient | Resinous

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Meet Cistus (Rock Rose) – (Cistus incanus), a fiercely aromatic Mediterranean botanical treasured since antiquity. These rugged, resin-rich leaves carry a bold, slightly smokey herbal profile with a wild, sunbaked edge — the kind of flavour that reveals its depth the longer it steeps.

Used throughout Greek, Middle Eastern and traditional European herbalism, Cistus is celebrated for its powerful aroma and its role in deep-brewed herbal teas, wellness blends and resin-forward infusions. Whether simmered slowly or blended with complementary herbs, Cistus delivers a distinctive, ancient-wild character that stands apart from softer modern botanicals.

Hand-packed in Wollongong and certified organic, this herb earns a rightful place in the Loose Leaf Liaisons, bringing heritage strength and Mediterranean grit to your herbal repertoire.


💚 Why You’ll Love It

✔️ Certified Organic Cistus / Rock Rose

✔️ Resinous, bold, classic Mediterranean herbal profile

✔️ Ideal for long-steeped teas & traditional brews

✔️ Popular in wellness rituals and cleansing herbal mixes

✔️ Hand-packed in Wollongong with Australia wide delivery


💡 Fun Fact

For centuries, resin from cistus leaves was collected by brushing goats that grazed on the shrubs — its scent was prized in ancient perfumery and rituals.


🫖 Shed Pairings:

  • Mix with Ginger Root for deep, warming brews
  • Pair with Rosehip Granules for resin-fruit balance
  • Combine with Peppermint Leaf to sharpen the profile
  • Add to Sage for Mediterranean herbal blends
  • Blend with Calendula Flowers for a golden resin cup
  • Stir with Horsetail for a structured herbal infusion
  • Layer with Mugwort Tea for evening grounding

📖 How to Use

  • Traditional Tea: Simmer 1 tsp for 10–20 minutes
  • Strong Brew: Increase steep time for deeper resin notes
  • Blends: Pair with herbs like rosemary, sage or mint
  • Wellness Mixes: Combine with rosehip, ginger or lemon peel
  • Resin Rituals: Ideal for grounding, earthy herbal formulations
  • Cold Infusion: Steep overnight for a mellow resin edge

⚠️ Attention Note

·        Cistus is naturally resin-rich — it may slightly cloud the brew.

·        Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

·        Consult a practitioner before therapeutic use.


** NOTE: All information provided on this website is for informational purposes only. Please seek professional advice before commencing any treatment.

 

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