The Curing Chrysanthemum: Exploring Ayurveda’s Most Underrated Healing Flower

By Dr. Puja Shah

Ayurveda champions an abundance of healing botanicals, with herbs and flowers like tulsi, ashwagandha, and neem often taking center stage.

But in the less visited corners of this verdant garden are many hidden gems, one of them being the remarkable chrysanthemum flower.

The chrysanthemum has long been known for its ornamental beauty, yet it also boasts a diversity of medicinal properties, spanning from head to toe, and from the Chakras to the soul.

Here’s a brief summary:

Eyes & Skin

Chrysanthemum’s therapeutic properties make it great for treating eye inflammation and skin impurities.

Summer Cooling

Chrysanthemum has a cooling effect on the mind, making it perfect for the summer season.

Chakra Healing

Its association with the heart chakra makes it a powerful symbol of emotional balance and healing.

Symbolism and Cultural Significance

Yellow chrysanthemums are often given as symbols of friendship, while white chrysanthemums are associated with longevity.

Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum tea has a rich history in countries like India and China. This caffeine free herbal infusion is enjoyed for its numerous health benefits, including immunity support, blood pressure, bone health, anti-inflammatory, heart health, stress reduction, and skin health.

Here’s one of my favorite recipes for chrysanthemum and goji berry tea:

Brewing a cup of hibiscus tea is a delightful way to enjoy its health benefits. It’s especially effective for calming the mind and cooling the body.

What You Need:

A pot of pre-boiled hot water
A few funnels
Some reusable glass bottles
3 oz of goji berries
1/2 cup of chrysanthemum flower bulbs
1/4 bar of jaggery or any sweetener

Step 1

Simmer the goji berries and chrysanthemum flower bulbs in hot water on a low flame for at least 1 hour.

Step 2

Optional: for a stronger, more flavorful taste, simmer for up to 3 hours.

Step 3

Pour yourself a glass, decorate it with leftover floral bulbs and goji berries, and enjoy. Serve hot or let it cool down for a refreshing iced tea.

About Dr. Puja Shah, Editor-in-Chief of The Natural Law

Dr. Puja Shah is an award-winning author whose 93 year old grandmother swore by Ayurvedic remedies and practiced yoga into her last days. And so while her education includes 9 years of medical training as a dentist, 3 teaching qualifications in yoga, and dozens of courses in meditation, it’s no wonder that she always goes back to Ayurveda. Puja harnesses Ayurveda regularly with her children and husband Amish Shah, Founder of The Natural Law.

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