Chrysanthemum Buds / Tai Ju

Chrysanthemum Buds / Tai Ju Premium Baby Chrysanthemum – Pure, Refreshing, and Caffeine-Free This tea is crafted from 100% pure, carefully dried baby chrysanthemum buds. The infusion yields a mellow, naturally sweet flavor with a light floral aroma. Naturally caffeine-free, it is a refreshing beverage suitable for any time of day. Baby chrysanthemum Buds, one of the highest-grade forms of Chrysanthemum morifolium, is harvested at the earliest stage—just before the buds bloom. Only the first tender shoots are selected and dried using gentle, traditional methods. This results in a delicate, rare tea with exceptional quality and a distinctive taste. Taste & Properties Flavor: Sweet, slightly bitter Nature: Cooling (slightly cold in nature) Channels: Enters the Lung and Liver meridians Functions: Clears heat, dispels wind, and supports eye health Traditional Benefits May support relief from chest pain (angina), high blood pressure, eye strain, headaches, dizziness, palpitations (due to heat), boils, inflammation, swelling, and bronchitis. It is often used for detoxification and calming internal heat. Usage & Dosage Internal use: 10–15g per serving for decoctions (e.g., for heat stroke); may also be used in teas, powders, or pill form. Topical use: Apply as a decoction for washing, or grind into a paste for external application. Cautions As noted in the Compendium of Materia Medica, use with caution in cases of Qi deficiency with cold-type diarrhea or chronic digestive weakness. Not recommended for individuals with yang deficiency headaches or those who are sensitive to cold.