Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis
Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis
Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis
Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis
Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis
Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis
Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis

Yerba Mate - Ilex paraguariensis

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Yerba mate, or Paraguay tea, is a South American evergreen tree in the holly family. Its leaves are made into a popular South American energizing drink (simply called mate) that's comparable to black tea or coffee. Mate is also popular in some Middle Eastern countries. The traditional way to drink mate is to place ground twigs and dried yerba leaves in a specially-formed vessel made from a dried gourd, and then pour hot water over them. A bombilla, or metal straw with a built-in filter, is used to drink the liquid.

  • Average mature height: up to 40 feet
  • Fertilizer: Nitrogen/Phosphorus/Potassium in a 3/1/6 ratio
  • Light: Full to part sun
  • Soil: Well-drained. Do not let dry out between waterings.
  • Zones: 9-11
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Michael M. (California)
Great customer service

My first plant didn’t make it unfortunately. Sent them a picture and they almost immediately sent a new one.
That plant is doing great. I am very happy with them and we be a continued customer because of it.

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D. L. (Texas)
Nice size. Healthy

Looks good.

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Melanie (Ohio)
Cute plant

Sent this to my son. He drinks the tea and loves plants. It looks great! He loves it.

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James M. (California)
Great looking plant, still happy after a week or so

While I can't the same for all the plants I've received, this one is a real star! They all receive the same treatment, more or less, but this plant never complained about anything, and is happy as can be (I've had a couple cry-babies and one in particular that was not long for this world). I'd highly recommend this one!