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Chrysanthemum Flower

Chrysanthemum morifolium · Jú Huā Cooling

Golden floral tea rich in flavonoids, traditionally enjoyed after screen time and on warm afternoons.

Chrysanthemum tea is a light, naturally caffeine-free floral infusion with a honeyed aroma. Across East Asia it is the classic afternoon tea for long days of reading and screen work, enjoyed hot or chilled with goji berries or a little rock sugar.

Nutrition Highlights

  • ✓Naturally caffeine-free floral infusion
  • ✓Contains flavonoids: luteolin, apigenin and chlorogenic acid
  • ✓Traditionally enjoyed to soothe tired eyes
  • ✓Delicious hot or iced, with or without goji

Everyday Food Uses

  • ●Steeped with goji berries as an afternoon eye tea
  • ●Served chilled with a little honey in summer
  • ●Blended with pu-erh or oolong for floral depth
  • ●Used as a light poaching liquid for pears

How to Enjoy

3–5 dried flower heads per cup, water around 90°C, steep 3–5 minutes. Refill 2–3 times.

Modern Research

Chrysanthemum is rich in luteolin and chlorogenic acid, with in-vitro research documenting antioxidant and liver-supportive activity; its traditional association with eye comfort aligns with modern interest in dietary flavonoids.

⚠ Cautions

Rarely, chrysanthemum may trigger allergy in people sensitive to the daisy (Asteraceae) family. Discontinue if discomfort occurs.

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What is Chrysanthemum Flower? +

Chrysanthemum tea is a light, naturally caffeine-free floral infusion with a honeyed aroma. Across East Asia it is the classic afternoon tea for long days of reading and screen work, enjoyed hot or chilled with goji berries or a little rock sugar.

Chrysanthemum Flower How do I eat? +

3–5 dried flower heads per cup, water around 90°C, steep 3–5 minutes. Refill 2–3 times.

Are there cautions for Chrysanthemum Flower? +

Rarely, chrysanthemum may trigger allergy in people sensitive to the daisy (Asteraceae) family. Discontinue if discomfort occurs.

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