Welcome to the Herbal Anthropology Journal, the heart of Maati’s Tea Time.

This is a dedicated space where we break down the roots of African and African diasporic herbal research in a way that’s accessible, honest, and culturally grounded.

Here, we explore how our communities have used plants for healing, everyday care, and survival, and what those traditions can teach us now.

This blog connects the history, the science, and the lived experience behind the herbs we use today, offering practical insight, reflection, and simple rituals you can bring into your own life.