Meaning of the word rooibos in English

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rooibos

US /ˈrɔɪ.bɔːs/
UK /ˈrɔɪ.bɒs/
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Noun

1.

a South African shrub with needle-like leaves, whose shoots are used to make a herbal tea.

Example:
The rooibos plant thrives in the Cederberg region of South Africa.
Farmers cultivate rooibos for its distinctive flavor and health benefits.
2.

a herbal tea made from the leaves of the rooibos shrub, typically red in color and caffeine-free.

Example:
I enjoy a cup of hot rooibos tea every evening.
Many people choose rooibos as a caffeine-free alternative to black tea.