How to Prepare Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum tea has health benefits.

Chrysanthemum tea is used in Chinese medicine for healing benefits. Chrysanthemum flowers contain amino acids, camphor and high levels of vitamin C; and they have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits. Chrysanthemum tea is primarily used for decreasing fever and cold symptoms, and for pain relief. Learn how to prepare chrysanthemum tea at home.

Things You'll Need

• 5 to 7 chrysanthemum leaves
• 2 cups water
• Strainer
• Saucepan
• 2 tsp. sugar (optional)
• Tea cup

Instructions

1. Place five to seven leaves in a strainer and rinse them with water Let all of the water drain before using them.

2. Put 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Add the chrysanthemum leaves to the water. Bring it to a full, rolling boil. Let it boil for 30 minutes.

3. Remove the pan from the heat. Let it cool for at least five to seven minutes. Sugar is optional. If you want to add it, dissolve 2 tsp. sugar in the water.

4. Pour the tea through a strainer. This collects the chrysanthemum leaves. Pour into a tea cup and enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

• If you want to drink iced chrysanthemum tea, refrigerate the tea. When it is cold, pour it over ice and drink.

References

• Enjoying Tea: Tea Recipes
• Health Recipes: Chrysanthemum Cancer Cure