Organic Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)

Organic Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)

Qualties:

  • People take cornflower tea to treat:
    • fever
    • constipation
    • water retention
    • chest congestion
  •  They also take it as a tonic bitter
  • liver and gallbladder stimulant
  • Women take it for:
    • menstrual disorders
    • vaginal yeast infections

Common Use:

  • The evocative purpleish-blue petals are popular additions to potpourri mixes, adding a pop of color and a subtle, sweet scent. Although blue cornflower is most often infused, it can also be incorporated into baked goods and cosmetic recipes or prepared as a watercolor dye.