Cat's Whiskers, Java tea and Râu mèo are names associated with this Orthosiphon herbal tea. The Rike's 70 g (2.47 oz) pack is supplied in tea bags, with Orthosiphon aristatus whole herb listed as the ingredient.
Why is it called Cat's Whiskers?
The flowering plant has long, slender stamens that project beyond its white flowers. These whisker-like structures explain the memorable common name. Singapore's NParks botanical reference records the names Cat's Whiskers and Java Tea and describes the distinctive flowers.
The flowering stem in the educational image identifies the plant. It is not a picture of the material inside a tea bag, and the product is not specified as a flower-only infusion.
Whole herb: read the plant part as well as the name
The seller identifies this ingredient as whole herb. That wording differs from a leaf-only product, and the proportions of individual plant parts are not provided. If you need a specifically leaf-only preparation, this listing does not confirm that requirement. Match both the botanical name and the plant part when comparing products.
Make one cup with a measured amount of water
- Place 1–2 tea bags in a heat-safe cup.
- Add 250–300 ml of water at 95–100°C (203–212°F).
- Steep for 8–10 minutes and remove the bags.
A large mug can hold more water than this recipe uses. Measure the water first so that “one mug” does not quietly become a different preparation. Use a consistent amount within the range when comparing cups.
Java tea: buying questions
Does “Java” identify where this batch was grown?
Java tea is a common plant name. It does not establish this pack's country of cultivation or processing.
Can I follow directions for an Orthosiphon extract?
No extract strength or extract ratio is specified for these tea bags. Follow their infusion directions; capsule or concentrated-extract instructions do not describe this product.
Can I use this when a recipe specifies only the leaves?
Check the plant-part requirement first: this supplier lists whole herb. The product is not described as a leaf-only selection, and no percentage of leaves, stems or flowers has been confirmed. If a leaf-only ingredient is essential to your purchase, ask for current composition details before ordering.
How do I make the preparation repeatable?
Measure both the water and the steeping time. Begin with one bag, 300 ml of water and eight minutes, within the supplier's stated range. A mug filled by eye can change the tea-to-water ratio from cup to cup. Keep the water volume fixed when assessing later adjustments; a longer steep should not be taken to mean a greater health benefit.
Pack details
- Ingredient: Cat’s Whiskers whole herb (Orthosiphon aristatus).
- Format: Tea bags.
- Net weight: 70 g (2.47 oz).
- SKU: 161120190726.
Sold by net weight. Total bag count and grams per bag are not confirmed.
Storage and use precautions
Keep the pack closed in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and moisture. Follow the best-before date and preparation instructions on the pack you receive.
Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you have kidney or heart disease, or take diuretics or other prescription medicines.
For general context on herbal products and medication interactions, see NCCIH's guidance. This reference is not a clinical evaluation of this tea.
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Check the ingredient and preparation against the tea you want, then select your quantity using this page's purchase controls. See our processing and shipping information for delivery planning. If bag count, current best-before date or package material is essential to your decision, contact The Rike with SKU 161120190726 before ordering.
Sources & evidence scope
Ingredient, format, weight, brewing directions and use precautions are based on The Rike Stories' seller information for SKU 161120190726, checked October 11, 2026. Botanical references above explain plant identity or plant parts; they do not verify the supplied batch or certify therapeutic effects. Preparation guidance is for this SKU. AI educational images are labeled and do not depict the actual batch or packaging.