
Gumbi Gumbi Native Bush Tea 50g
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Health Heiress – Wildcrafted Gumbi Gumbi Loose Leaf Tea
Gumbi Gumbi is one of Australia’s most prized traditional bush medicines. Used by Aboriginal communities for thousands of years, this powerful native herb has long been valued for its ability to support healing, detoxification, and immune strength. Our Gumbi Gumbi tea is wild-harvested and naturally dried to retain its full spectrum of botanical compounds.
Aboriginal Medicinal Use*
First Nations Australians traditionally used Gumbi Gumbi for a wide range of health concerns. Depending on the region, the leaves, bark, and fruit were used in teas, poultices, and smoke treatments. It was commonly administered for:
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Supporting immune health during illness
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Relieving cold and flu symptoms
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Easing stomach complaints and digestive discomfort
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Assisting with skin infections and wound healing
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Supporting general vitality during times of physical stress
The plant was also spiritually significant, associated with internal cleansing and restoring balance in the body and mind. As with many traditional medicines, its use was guided by deep knowledge of the land and plant energetics passed down through generations.
Potential Health Benefits
While more clinical research is needed, Gumbi Gumbi has been identified to contain numerous plant compounds with pharmacological interest, including:
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Tannins & Saponins – May help with gut inflammation and microbial overgrowth
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Flavonoids & Phenolic compounds – Known antioxidants that may reduce oxidative stress
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Alkaloids & Cardiac Glycosides – Traditionally linked to circulatory and immune function
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Triterpenoids & Anthraquinones – May support detoxification and liver health
Modern herbalists suggest it may support:
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Whole-body detox and immune system balance
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Gut microbial balance (anti-bacterial, anti-fungal)
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Skin clarity and inflammatory skin conditions
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Hormonal and metabolic support via liver cleansing
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Recovery from long-term stress, fatigue or low immunity
*Preliminary findings and ethnobotanical records show potential, but Gumbi Gumbi is not approved for therapeutic use in modern day science. Individual results vary, and further research is ongoing.
Ingredients
100% Wildcrafted Australian Gumbi Gumbi Loose Leaf Tea, free from chemicals or human interference.
Botanical name: Pittosporum angustifolium
Suggested Use
Adults:
Place 1–2 teaspoons of Gumbi Gumbi in a loose-leaf tea infuser.
Steep in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes. Drink warm.
Important Notes
Gumbi Gumbi is a potent native plant and should be introduced gradually. Start with half a cup per day and increase slowly. Always stay well hydrated. Not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or alongside prescription medications unless advised by a practitioner.
As with all Health Heiress products, we honour the ancient traditions and communities from which this medicine originates. We encourage respectful use, education, and appreciation of Aboriginal bush knowledge as part of your wellness journey.
Disclaimer:
Health Heiress provides referenced information for educational purposes only and does not make any therapeutic claims for any of their products.
Please seek advice from a healthcare provider if you wish to use herbs for therapeutic purposes.
Nothing contained in this site is intended to be used as medical advice and it is not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, nor should it be a substitute for your own health professional's advice. Please contact your health care professional and seek advice prior to use if you have any health concerns.