Manglier (Baccharis halimifolia)
Manglier is a hardy fall-blooming bush traditionally used in Creole medicine.
Meet Manglier
- Loves wetlands; salt-tolerant
- Considered an invasive outlaw in Australia
- Traditionally used in Creole medicine as a bitter tea
- History of treating fever
How People Use It
Southern Louisianans use manglier for a variety of conditions:
- common cold
- upset stomach
- fever
More recently, manglier has shown promise in treating inflammatory conditions.
Typically, tea is made by steeping manglier leaves in hot water for 3-5 minutes. For clinical herbalists, the leaves can be decocted longer.
Exploring Manglier
Whole Dried Manglier Leaves
No stems, just dried whole leaves at the peak of growing season.
