Butterfly Pea Flower

Butterfly Pea Flower (Clitoria ternatea)

Butterfly Pea Flower, botanically known as Clitoria ternatea, is a vibrant blue flowering plant traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Southeast Asian herbal practices. Revered for centuries for its striking color and versatility, this climbing vine has been cultivated in temple gardens, home landscapes, and herbal traditions across India, Thailand, and surrounding regions. Today, Butterfly Pea Flower is widely appreciated for its natural pigments, antioxidant content, and its role in traditional wellness rituals, teas, and culinary creations.

Holistic Benefits (Traditionally associated Uses)

1. Antioxidant and Plant Compounds:         Butterfly Pea Flower contains naturally occurring anthocyanins, flavonoids, and other plant compounds that are valued in traditional herbalism for supporting overall cellular balance and vitality.

2. Cognitive & Mental Clarity Support: Traditionally used in Ayurvedic practices as a botanical associated with focus and clarity, Butterfly Pea Flower has long been enjoyed in teas meant to complement moments of study, meditation, and calm awareness.

3. Eye and Visual Wellness traditions:                 The deep blue anthocyanin found in Butterfly Pea Flower have been traditionally valued for their association with eye vitality and visual wellness

4. Metabolic Balance: Butterfly Pea Flower has traditionally been enjoyed as part of herbal routines intended to support overall balance within the body when incorporated into a mindful lifestyle.

5. Skin & Hair Ritual Use:                               Commonly used in traditional beauty rituals, Butterfly Pea Flower is valued for its natural pigments and plant compounds and is often infused into teas, hair rinses, and botanical skincare preparations

6. Digestive Comfort: Butterfly Pea Flower tea has historically been enjoyed after meals as part of gentle herbal traditions centered around digestive comfort and daily balance

    

Preparing Butterfly Pea Flower Tea:

1. Hot Tea:

   • Bring 1-2 cups of water to a gentle boil.
   • Add 1 teaspoon of dried Butterfly Pea Flowers.
   • Steep for 5-10 minutes until the water turns blue.
   • Add a squeeze of lemon to naturally shift the color to a violet hue and brighten the flavor. 

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2. Cold Brew Tea:

   • Add 1 teaspoon of dried flowers to 1-2 cups of cold water.
   • Steep in the refrigerator for 5-8 hours.
   • Serve over ice.

Tea Tip: Pairs beautifully with lemongrass, mint, honey, ginger, or citrus for a refreshing and visually stunning infusion.

Disclaimer:

This information is provided for educational purposes only and reflects traditional and cultural uses of Butterfly Pea Flower. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking medication.