08/01/2026
TRADITIONAL USES & BENEFITS
African Wormwood (Umhlonyane)
So why has this herb stood the test of time?
Traditionally, Umhlonyane has been used to:
• Support clear, comfortable breathing
• Be taken during seasonal changes
• Be included in herbal steams for congestion
• Support overall respiratory comfort
It’s often prepared as a tea or used as a steam, especially in colder months.
The best part?
This knowledge didn’t come from trends — it came from generations of lived experience.
Saturday, we share a “Did you know?” about Umhlonyane.
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