Chanca Piedra tea for a measured hot-water infusion: this 50 g (1.76 oz) pack is labeled as tea bags containing Phyllanthus niruri whole herb. Also known as Diệp hạ châu, it is a choice for buyers looking for this botanical in a bagged format. The supplier describes a naturally bitter taste; start with the lower end of the bag and steeping ranges below to judge the strength you prefer.
What is inside: whole herb, not a concentrated extract
The ingredient panel names Phyllanthus niruri whole herb. “Whole herb” is the supplier's plant-part description; it does not mean a complete, intact fresh plant is enclosed in every bag. This product is prepared by steeping in water. It is not sold as a standardized extract, and an extract's milligram dose cannot be converted into a number of these tea bags.
Flora of North America describes Phyllanthus niruri as a small annual herb with rows of elliptical leaves on its branchlets. That botanical reference explains the named plant; it does not authenticate this supplied batch. For a repeat purchase, match the full ingredient name and SKU rather than relying only on the common name Chanca Piedra.
How do I brew the first cup?
The supplier's bagged-tea directions are 1–2 tea bags, 300 ml water at 100°C (212°F), and a 10–15-minute steep. Use a heat-safe cup or teapot with enough room for the water and bags.
- Place 1–2 tea bags in your cup.
- Measure 300 ml of freshly boiled water and pour it over the bags.
- Set a timer for 10–15 minutes.
- Remove the bags and allow the drink to cool to a comfortable drinking temperature.
For a first taste, try one bag for 10 minutes. This is a practical starting point within the supplier's range, not a tested “best” recipe or a therapeutic dose. Measuring the water is more reliable than filling different mugs to the rim.
What if I find the taste too bitter?
Remove the bag on time and taste before adding anything. The supplier's brewing guide acknowledges bitterness and suggests lemon or honey as optional additions. They are serving suggestions, not ingredients included in the pack.
For your next cup, keep the water at 300 ml and use the lower end of the stated range rather than increasing both the number of bags and the steeping time. Change one variable at a time so you can tell which change you prefer. A stronger or darker cup is not evidence of greater health benefit.
Does it contain caffeine or added flavoring?
The supplier label describes it as naturally caffeine-free and lists no added flavors, colors or preservatives. These are label statements, not independent laboratory results. We do not state a measured caffeine amount or a certified allergen-free status. If strict caffeine or allergen avoidance is essential for you, ask for current product documentation before buying.
How much tea am I buying?
- Net contents: 50 g (1.76 oz) of tea.
- Listed format: tea bags.
- Listed ingredient: Phyllanthus niruri whole herb.
- SKU: 153510120726.
The 50 g figure is total net tea weight, not the weight of one bag. The number of bags and fill weight per bag have not been verified, so a cups-per-pack or cost-per-cup figure would be unreliable. The front-label artwork in the gallery supports the listed format and net weight.
Who should check before using it?
The supplier cautions against use during pregnancy, nursing or while trying to become pregnant. It also advises speaking with a healthcare professional before use when taking medicines, particularly for diabetes, blood pressure or blood thinning, and before planned surgery. Follow the current pack's cautions and discuss timing with your clinician; do not alter prescribed medicines to use this tea.
General guidance from NCCIH explains why herbal-product use should be discussed with a healthcare professional. This listing does not establish that this tea treats kidney stones or another medical condition.
How do I keep the remaining tea fresh?
Close the pack after each use and keep it cool and dry, away from direct sunlight. Use dry hands or utensils when handling the remaining bags and protect them from steam and moisture. Follow the best-before date on the pack you receive; no fixed shelf-life after opening has been verified.
Before you order
Check the ingredient and preparation above against what you want to buy, then select your quantity using the purchase controls on this page. For delivery planning, read our processing and shipping information. If you need a confirmed bag count, current best-before date or a photograph of the current pack, contact The Rike and include SKU 153510120726 before ordering.
Sources & evidence scope
Product facts and brewing directions were checked against supplier front/back label artwork bearing SKU 153510120726 on October 14, 2026. Label statements are separate from independent botanical or health guidance. The references above do not verify this batch, its harvest origin, an organic certification or a clinical outcome. Taste guidance beyond the label is identified as a practical suggestion. AI educational imagery is not product or laboratory evidence.