Common Names
Chrysanthemum, Mums, Ju Hua, Chu Hua,Florist's Chrysanthemum
Botanical Name
Chrysanthemum morifolium, C. sinense
Family
Asteraceae
Medicinal Uses
Allergies, Ayurvedic, Cardiovascular, Eyes/Vision, Flu, Hypertension, Sore Throat
Properties
Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Aromatic, Demulcent, Febrifuge, Hepatic, Hypotensive, Refrigerant
Parts Used
Flowers
Constituents
ascorbic acid, beta-carotene, calcium, fiber, folacin, iron, magnesium, niacin, potassium, riboflavin, essential oils.
Habitat
Chrysanthemums still grow wild in China and other Far East countries in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, mountain slopes, riversides, fields and seashores.
Side Effects
Chrysanthemum can cause skin to become extra sensitive to the sun. Wear sunblock outside, especially if you are light-skinned. There is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking chrysanthemum if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
How to Prepare chrysanthemum medicine
As a tea
1. Boil 3 cups of water, and pour over the tea. Let steep for 3 to 5 minutes.
2. You can continue to add water to the tea for 2-3 more batches of tea. The chrysanthemums have a strong and persistent flavor. Many people can use a single serving of chrysanthemums for the whole day
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