66 Herbal Teas of Thailand
- Acanthus
- Alexandrian Senna
- Amla
- Arcangelisia Flava
- Bai Ya Nang
- Bael
- Banaba
- Betel Leaf
- Bitter Melon
- Black Cohosh
- Butterfly Pea Blossom
- Candle Bush
- Cat’s Whisker
- Chiang Da
- Chrysanthemum
- Cinnamon
- Citronella Grass
- Clinacanthus Nutans Lindau
- Cryptolepis
- Dandelion
- Derris Scandens
- Echinacea
- Galangal
- Garcinia
- Ginger Lily
- Ginger Root
- Ginkgo Biloba
- Gotu Kola
- Green Chiretta or King of Bitters
- Green Papaya Leaf
- Guava Leaf
- Gynura
- Hibiscus Sabdariffa
- Indian Gooseberry or Amla
- Jasmine Blossom
- Jian Gulan
- Kaffir Lime Leaf
- Kratom Green
- Kratom Red
- Lavender
- Lemongrass
- Licorice Root
- Lotus
- Moringa
- Mulberry Leaf
- Nettle
- Noni
- Pandanus
- Plai
- Pomelo Peel
- Pueraria Mirifica
- Rang Chuat
- Reishi Mushroom
- Roselle
- Safflower
- Schefflera
- Solanum Trilobatum
- Soursop
- Stevia
- Tamarind
- Thai Basil
- Thai Bergamot
- Thai Mint
- Thai Orchid
- Turmeric
- White Mulberry
Loose Leaf Herbal Teas for Sleep Used in Thailand
1. Acanthus (Acanthus ebracteatus)
– Thai: หมากเขียบ (Mạk k̄heīyb)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Treats skin inflammation and burns.
2. Alexandrian Senna (Senna alexandrina)
– Thai: แคสเซียน่า (Khæ s̄sen̂ā)
– Part used: Leaves, pods
– Health benefits: Acts as a laxative, promotes bowel movement.
3. Amla (Phyllanthus emblica)
– Thai: มะขามป้อม (Mạ k̄hām p̂xm)
– Part used: Fruit
– Health benefits: Rich in Vitamin C, enhances immunity, and has antioxidant properties.
4. Arcangelisia Flava
– Thai: หวายเหลือง (W̄āy l̂eụ̄xng)
– Part used: Vine, stem
– Health benefits: Treats fever and jaundice.
5. Bai Ya Nang (Tiliacora triandra)
– Thai: ใบย่านาง (Bị̂ ỳā nāng)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Antioxidant properties, aids in digestion.
6. Bael (Aegle marmelos)
– Thai: มะตูม (Mạ tūm)
– Part used: Leaves, fruit
– Health benefits: Treats digestive disorders, has antimicrobial properties.
7. Banaba (Lagerstroemia speciosa)
– Thai: บานาบา (Bānābā)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Manages diabetes, aids in weight loss.
8. Betel Leaf (Piper betle)
– Thai: ใบหมาก (Bị̂ m̂āk)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Improves digestion, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
9. Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia)
– Thai: มะระ (Mạ rạ)
– Part used: Fruit, leaves
– Health benefits: Lowers blood sugar levels, aids in digestion.
10. Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa)
– Thai: หญ้าสีทอง (Ỵā̂ s̄ī thxng)
– Part used: Root
– Health benefits: Eases menopause symptoms, reduces inflammation.
11. Butterfly Pea Blossom (Clitoria ternatea)
– Thai: ดอกอัญชัน (Dxk xỵchạn)
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Antioxidant properties, improves brain health, and promotes calmness.
12. Candle Bush (Senna alata)
– Thai: ชาตรี (Chā trī)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Treats fungal skin infections, has laxative effects.
13. Cat’s Whisker (Orthosiphon stamineus)
– Thai: ย่านาง (Ỳā nāng)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Diuretic, promotes kidney health, and reduces hypertension.
14. Chiang Da (Leea indica)
– Thai: เชียงดา (Chīyng dā)
– Part used: Leaves, roots
– Health benefits: Reduces inflammation, treats skin conditions, and has antimicrobial properties.
15. Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium)
– Thai: กุหลาบจีน (K̄hụ̄̀lāb cīn)
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Reduces stress, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
16. Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)
– Thai: อบเชย (Òb chəi)
– Part used: Bark
– Health benefits: Improves blood sugar control, has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
17. Citronella Grass (Cymbopogon nardus)
– Thai: ตะไคร้หอม (Tà-khrâi h̄xm)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Repellent against mosquitoes, helps in stress reduction and has antifungal properties.
18. Clinacanthus Nutans Lindau (Clinacanthus nutans)
– Thai: พยับหมอ (Phayáp m̂x)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Used for its anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties, aids in skin healing.
19. Cryptolepis (Cryptolepis sanguinolenta)
– Thai: หญ้าเจ็ดก้ามปู (Ŷāa cèd kâm pū)
– Part used: Roots
– Health benefits: Antimalarial, antibacterial, and aids in managing blood sugar levels.
20. Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)
– Thai: ดอกแดนดิไลอ้อน (Dxk dændi lị x̂n)
– Part used: Leaves, roots, flowers
– Health benefits: Supports liver health, has diuretic properties and rich in antioxidants.
21. Derris Scandens (Derris scandens Benth)
– Thai: ยอดฮั้วลั่น (Yxd h̄ûa lạn)
– Part used: Stems, leaves
– Health benefits: Anti-inflammatory, used in traditional medicine for joint and muscular pain.
22. Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)
– Thai: อีคินาเซีย (Īkhināsīa)
– Part used: Flowers, roots
– Health benefits: Boosts the immune system, reduces cold and flu symptoms.
23. Galangal (Alpinia galanga)
– Thai: ข่า (Kh̀ā)
– Part used: Root
– Health benefits: Anti-inflammatory, aids in digestion and relieves abdominal discomfort.
24. Garcinia (Garcinia cambogia)
– Thai: ส้มแขก (S̄ôm k̄hæk)
– Part used: Fruit, rind
– Health benefits: Promotes weight loss, reduces appetite, and helps lower cholesterol.
25. Ginger Lily (Hedychium coronarium)
– Thai: ว่านกาบหอม (Ẁān kāb h̄xm)
– Part used: Flowers, rhizomes
– Health benefits: Anti-inflammatory, used for aromatic therapy and can relieve headaches.
26. Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale)
– Thai: ขิง (Kh̄ing)
– Part used: Root
– Health benefits: Aids in digestion, anti-inflammatory, and can help relieve nausea.
27. Ginkgo Biloba (Ginkgo biloba)
– Thai: แปะก๊วย (Pæ kúai)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Enhances cognitive function, improves circulation, and has antioxidant properties.
28. Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica)
– Thai: บัวบก (Būabòk)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Enhances mental clarity, promotes wound healing, and improves circulation.
29. Green Chiretta or King of Bitters (Andrographis paniculata)
– Thai: ฟ้าทะลายโจร (F̂ā thalāi cō̜r)
– Part used: Leaves, stems
– Health benefits: Immune boosting, anti-inflammatory, and effective against cold and flu symptoms.
30. Green Papaya Leaf (Carica papaya)
– Thai: ใบมะละกอ (Bị̂ mālạk̄x)
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Improves digestion, has anti-inflammatory properties, and rich in enzymes like papain.
31. Guava Leaf (Psidium guajava)
– Thai: ใบฝรั่ง (Bị̂ f̄rạ̀ng)
– Pronunciation: [bâi fà.ràng]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Lowers blood sugar levels, aids in digestion, and has antimicrobial properties.
32. Gynura (Gynura procumbens)
– Thai: บายบุ่ง (Bāi bùng)
– Pronunciation: [baːi bûŋ]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Lowers blood pressure, anti-inflammatory, and aids in blood sugar control.
33. Hibiscus Sabdariffa (Hibiscus sabdariffa)
– Thai: กระเจี๊ยบแดง (Krà cī̂yb dæng)
– Pronunciation: [krà.jîap dɛːŋ]
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Lowers blood pressure, rich in antioxidants, and aids in lowering cholesterol.
34. Indian Gooseberry or Amla (Phyllanthus emblica)
– Thai: มะขามป้อม (Mạ k̄hām p̂xm)
– Pronunciation: [mâ.kʰǎːm pôm]
– Part used: Fruit
– Health benefits: Rich in Vitamin C, enhances immunity, and promotes liver health.
35. Jasmine Blossom (Jasminum sambac)
– Thai: มะลิ (Mạlị)
– Pronunciation: [má.lí]
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Reduces stress, has anti-inflammatory properties, and improves sleep quality.
36. Jian Gulan (Gynostemma pentaphyllum)
– Thai: เจียวกูลาน (Cīyw kūlān)
– Pronunciation: [tɕîaw.kuː.lān]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Boosts immunity, anti-aging properties, and aids in cholesterol management.
37. Kaffir Lime Leaf (Citrus hystrix)
– Thai: ใบมะกรูด (Bị̂ mā krūd)
– Pronunciation: [bâi mā.krûːd]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Aids in digestion, improves oral health, and has antioxidant properties.
38. Kratom Green (Mitragyna speciosa)
– Thai: กระท่อมเขียว (Krà t̂xm k̄heīyw)
– Pronunciation: [krà.tɔ̀ːm kʰǐaw]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Pain relief, energy boost, and mood enhancement.
39. Kratom Red (Mitragyna speciosa)
– Thai: กระท่อมแดง (Krà t̂xm dæng)
– Pronunciation: [krà.tɔ̀ːm dɛːŋ]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Pain relief, sedative properties, and aids in opioid withdrawal.
40. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
– Thai: ลาเวนเดอร์ (Lā wend̒er̒)
– Pronunciation: [laː.wen.də̯ː]
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Reduces anxiety and stress, aids in sleep, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
41. Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
– Thai: ตะไคร้ (T̀ā khrị̂)
– Pronunciation: [tà.kʰraj]
– Part used: Leaves, stems
– Health benefits: Digestive health, pain relief, and has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
42. Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
– Thai: รากชะเอม (Rāk chะ em)
– Pronunciation: [râːk chá.ʔēm]
– Part used: Root
– Health benefits: Soothes gastrointestinal problems, relieves respiratory issues, and has anti-inflammatory effects.
43. Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)
– Thai: บัว (Būa)
– Pronunciation: [būa]
– Part used: Leaves, flowers, seeds
– Health benefits: Stress reduction, improves heart health, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
44. Moringa (Moringa oleifera)
– Thai: มะรุม (Mārum)
– Pronunciation: [mā.rúm]
– Part used: Leaves, seeds
– Health benefits: Rich in vitamins and minerals, supports immune function, and has antioxidant properties.
45. Mulberry Leaf (Morus alba)
– Thai: ใบหม่อน (Bị̂ m̀xn)
– Pronunciation: [bâi mɔ̂ːn]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Regulates blood sugar levels, improves cholesterol levels, and has antioxidant properties.
46. Nettle (Urtica dioica)
– Thai: ต้นเน็ตเทิล (T̂on net̒ ther̒)
– Pronunciation: [tôn nét tʰêr]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Anti-inflammatory, aids in reducing symptoms of allergies, and supports urinary tract health.
47. Noni (Morinda citrifolia)
– Thai: ยอดมะขามป้อม (Yxd mạ k̄hām p̂xm)
– Pronunciation: [yɔ̂ːt mâ kʰǎːm pôm]
– Part used: Fruit
– Health benefits: Boosts immune system, anti-inflammatory, and has analgesic properties.
48. Pandanus (Pandanus amaryllifolius)
– Thai: ใบเตย (Bị̂ teīy)
– Pronunciation: [bâi tɤi]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Enhances flavor with a sweet scent, and used for its mild diuretic properties.
49. Plai (Zingiber cassumunar)
– Thai: ไพล (Phịl)
– Pronunciation: [pʰajl]
– Part used: Rhizome
– Health benefits: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, used for muscle and joint pain relief.
50. Pomelo Peel (Citrus maxima)
– Thai: เปลือกส้มโอ (Plụ̄xk s̄̂m o)
– Pronunciation: [plɯ̀ːk sôm oː]
– Part used: Peel
– Health benefits: Rich in antioxidants, aids in digestion, and improves skin health.
51. Pueraria Mirifica (Pueraria mirifica)
– Thai: กวาวเครือขาว (Kwāw kheụ̄̀ khāw)
– Pronunciation: [kwaːw kʰrɯ̂a kʰǎːw]
– Part used: Roots
– Health benefits: Promotes estrogen balance, improves skin health, and has anti-aging properties.
52. Rang Chuat (Clinacanthus nutans)
– Thai: รางจืด (Rāng cụ̄̀d)
– Pronunciation: [raːŋ cɯ̀ːd]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Skin healing, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral properties.
53. Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum)
– Thai: เห็ดหลินจือ (H̄ĕd l̆in ceụ̄̂)
– Pronunciation: [hèt lǐn čʰɯ̂ɯ]
– Part used: Fungus
– Health benefits: Boosts the immune system, anti-cancer properties, and promotes liver health.
54. Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)
– Thai: กระเจี๊ยบ (Krà cī̂yb)
– Pronunciation: [kràː cîap]
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Lowers blood pressure, aids in digestion, and rich in vitamin C.
55. Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius)
– Thai: ดอกคำฝอย (Dxk kham f̄xy)
– Pronunciation: [dɔ̀ːk kʰam fɔi]
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Improves blood circulation, anti-inflammatory, and lowers cholesterol.
56. Schefflera (Schefflera arboricola)
– Thai: ชวนชม (Chụ̄xn chom)
– Pronunciation: [tɕʰuan tɕʰom]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Used in traditional medicine, details on health benefits are less known.
57. Solanum Trilobatum (Solanum trilobatum)
– Thai: มะเขือพวง (Mạ k̄heụ̄x phūng)
– Pronunciation: [mà.kʰɯ̌a pʰūaŋ]
– Part used: Leaves, stem, fruits
– Health benefits: Aids in respiratory health, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
58. Soursop (Annona muricata)
– Thai: ทุเรียนเทศ (Thurian thêt)
– Pronunciation: [tʰu.rīan tʰêːt]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Antioxidant properties, potential anti-cancer effects, and helps in pain reduction.
59. Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)
– Thai: สเตวีย (S̄etewīyā)
– Pronunciation: [sà.têː.wiː.jāː]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Natural sweetener, aids in blood sugar control, and has zero calories.
60. Tamarind (Tamarindus indica)
– Thai: มะขาม (Mạ k̄hām)
– Pronunciation: [mâ.kʰǎːm]
– Part used: Fruit, leaves
– Health benefits: Improves digestion, has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
61. Thai Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora)
– Thai: โหระพา (H̄oraphā)
– Pronunciation: [hǒ.ra.pʰāː]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties, and aids in stress relief.
62. Thai Bergamot (Citrus hystrix)
– Thai: มะกรูด (Mạ krūd)
– Pronunciation: [má.kruːd]
– Part used: Leaves, peel
– Health benefits: Aids in digestion, relieves anxiety, and has antibacterial properties.
63. Thai Mint (Mentha arvensis)
– Thai: สะระแหน่ (S̄arạh̄æ̀)
– Pronunciation: [sà.rà.nɛ̀ː]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Digestive aid, relieves headache and nausea, and has cooling properties.
64. Thai Orchid (Dendrobium)
– Thai: กล้วยไม้ (Klûai mị̂)
– Pronunciation: [klûaj mâi]
– Part used: Flowers
– Health benefits: Often used for decoration and not commonly consumed as tea, but believed to have antioxidant properties.
65. Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
– Thai: ขมิ้นชัน (K̄hmịn chạn)
– Pronunciation: [kʰā.min chǎn]
– Part used: Root
– Health benefits: Anti-inflammatory, supports joint health, and aids in digestion.
66. White Mulberry (Morus alba)
– Thai: หม่อนขาว (M̀xn khāw)
– Pronunciation: [mɔ̂ːn kʰǎw]
– Part used: Leaves
– Health benefits: Regulates blood sugar levels, supports cardiovascular health, and has antioxidant properties.