Mamaki, Pipturus albidus, is a traditional Hawaiian medicinal plant. It is used as an energy drink, for relief from vog, to relieve sore throats and coughing, to reduce cholesterol, to lower blood pressure, to modulate diabetes, and as a general tonic.

Mamaki Plant

Modern studies have shown these benefits of Mamaki:

  • High amounts of potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, and copper in comparison to those in other commercial tea leaves.
  • anti-microbial agents inhibit the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. 
  • anti-viral activity against Herpes Simplex Virus-l and 2 and Vesicular Stomatitis virus and anti-fungal activity to a lesser extent.
  • High levels of three phenolic acids (antioxidants): Catechins, chlorogenic acid, and rutin

Hale ‘Iolani’s Mamaki is 100% natural, cholesterol free, caffeine-free, and gluten-free.

Our tea is can be found on the Big Island at:

  • Big Island Bees Honey Museum – 82-1140 Meli Rd , Captain Cook, HI 96704