Medicinal Plants : Chrysanthemum morifolium

Name

Chrysanthemum flowers

Biological Name

Chrysanthemum morifolium
Compositae

Other Names

Chrysanthemum flowers, Ju Hua

Parts Used

Flower

Remedies For

Anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antihypertensive

Clears heat, disperses wind, soothes the liver, improves vision. Used for the common cold, fevers, headaches, conjunctivitis, reddening of the eyes, and some cases of deafness. This herb is excellent for fevers with headache and for counteracting the effects of hot climate. While this is a surface- relieving herb, it also has some yin-nourishing properties.

The white chrysanthemum flower is used to relieve hypertension, pacify the liver, expel wind, and clear eyesight. The yellow chrysanthemum flower is more effective for wind-heat syndrome with symptoms of fever and sore throat.

Description

Found in the Atlantic coast of Europe and North America.

Dosage

5-12 grams.

Safety

Those who are weak or have diarrhea should not use chrysanthemum flower.