08/04/2026
Bougainvillea is in bloom...
Bougainvillea Infusion ("tea") 🌺
• 4 cups of water
• Between 12 and 15 fresh bougainvillea flowers
• Raw, local honey and/or a few drops of lemon (optional)
1. Rinse the flowers to remove any dust or dirt. Obviously, never use flowers from plants treated with pesticides.
2. Boil the water in a pot.
3. When the water comes to a boil, add the flowers and turn off the heat immediately (or, leave it on very low heat if you prefer a more concentrated infusion, but no more than 5 minutes).
4. Cover the pot and let it steep for 5 to 10 minutes to take advantage of all its properties and release its characteristic color.
6. Strain the liquid to remove any flower residue and serve in a cup.
7. If you wish, add honey and/or a few drops of lemon to improve its flavor and enhance its soothing effect on the throat.
It can be taken hot (ideal for respiratory conditions) or allowed to cool.
From the inside out,
Green Witch of Progreso 💚
