Connections with mythology

The use of Cistus creticus (Cistus incanus) in medicinal practices dates back to ancient Greek times. It features prominently in Greek mythology, in which it was supposedly given as a gift from the Gods on Mount Olympus to heal fallen warriors, wounded in action. However, as the story goes, the Greek Goddesses felt the delicate flowers were more suitable as a vessel for the transference of beauty. As such, the pink rockrose was imbibed with both properties – cosmetic and healing powers.

Pink rockrose goes by many names – lavdano, aladanos, kistos, and Balm of Gilead. But it is easily recognized by its delicate bright pink-purple flowers, which bear a distinct, crumpled look.

The plant grows in many climatic zones across Europe and has a long history of use in herbal remedies, particularly prized for its antibacterial properties, and its use in digestive remedies.

The plant itself is a bushy, evergreen shrub with silvery green leaves, which can thrive in even tough environments. It is very tolerant of wind, drought, and salt spray, meaning it is often found along the coastline.

Pink rockrose – or to use its Latin name, Cistus incanus – is a very rich source of polyphenols. These powerful natural compounds will boost your body with their antioxidant powers, which can help to support your immune system. Polyphenols also exhibit amazing antibiotic properties, meaning that they have long been used in traditional herbal remedies.

Εmphasis on quality

Our family is very pleased to offer you our Cistus incanus tea one of the best-known and most important medicinal aromatic herbs that we harvest in the mountains of Crete. An admirable herbal tea full of antioxidant -and not only- attributes.