Chrysanthemum Herb - Herbal Tea

Chrysanthemum Herb

Chrysanthemum contains approximately 30 species and is native to Northeastern Europe and Asia. The Chrysanthemum was historically cultivated in China as a flowering herb as far back as the 15th century BC and was even the name of an ancient Chinese city. The Chrysanthemum is also the official seal of a Japanese Emperor and is celebrated in Japan in the Festival of Happiness.

The Chrysanthemum is often planted around gardens as a natural pesticide and deterrent for garden thieves such as rabbits; however the pulverized flower is much more effective as a pesticide. Chrysanthemum is used medicinally, decoratively and is even culinary and is one of the easiest herbs to grow.

Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum tea is prepared using the flowers. Steep 4 – 5 dried flowers in 8 ounces of boiling water for 10 minutes for a sweeter treat try adding a bit of rock sugar.

Chrysanthemum Uses & Herbal Remedies

Pulverizing the Chrysanthemum flower and sprinkling in the garden can be an effective, safe and natural pesticide.

Chrysanthemum grown inside as a potted plant has its uses as a natural air purifier and will reduce indoor air pollution.

Chrysanthemum tea has been known to ease headaches and tension as well as high blood pressure.

Chrysanthemum can be used in the treatments of common cold and flu ailments.

A poultice of Chrysanthemum can be used to treat skin lacerations, boils and acne.

Chrysanthemum Cautions

Use caution with Chrysanthemum if you are allergic to anything in the daisy family.

Use caution when using Chrysanthemum internally if you have diarrhea.

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