| The rooibos plant, also known as the Aspalathus linearis bush, is an herbal tea that is sweeter and fruitier tasting than black or green tea. |
| It also bans the labelling of EU products with the terms karoo lamb, rooibos and honeybush tea. |
| The consultation process is public and open to all actors in the coffee, cocoa, tea and rooibos supply chains, as well as civil society organizations and the general public. |
| Made from the South African herb rooibos, it has the same heart-healthy and cancer-fighting antioxidants that have brought green teas so much popularity. |
| The legislated products referred to include fresh, canned and frozen fruit and vegetables, dried fruit, groundnuts, grains, as well as rooibos and honeybush tea. |
| Women in Africa drink rooibos during pregnancy because it contains no caffeine, settles the stomach and is rich in iron. |
