Butterfly Pea Flower

Description

Butterfly Pea Flower

Common name: Butterfly Pea Flower, Blue Pea, Asian Pigeonwings
Botanical name: Clitoria ternatea
Origin: Native to tropical Asia; widely cultivated throughout Africa, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Caribbean

Description:

Butterfly pea flower is obtained from the Clitoria ternatea plant, a climbing perennial vine traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Southeast Asian herbal practices for centuries. The vibrant blue flowers are harvested, carefully dried, and used in a variety of herbal preparations. Dried butterfly pea flowers have a mild, earthy flavor and are renowned for their natural blue pigment, which changes to purple when combined with acidic ingredients such as lemon juice. Butterfly pea flower is commonly prepared as teas, extracts, powders, capsules, and herbal formulations. It has long been valued for supporting overall wellness and vitality.

Nutritional Value:

Butterfly pea flowers contain naturally occurring anthocyanins, flavonoids, polyphenols, antioxidants, and beneficial plant compounds that contribute to their traditional wellness-supporting properties.

Composition:

Rich in anthocyanins (particularly ternatins), flavonoids, polyphenols, phenolic acids, tannins, essential plant compounds, and naturally occurring antioxidants. These constituents contribute to butterfly pea flower’s traditional antioxidant and wellness-supporting properties.

Benefits:

* Traditionally used to support cognitive wellness and mental clarity
* Provides antioxidant protection against oxidative stress
* Traditionally valued for promoting healthy skin and hair
* May help support healthy vision and overall vitality
* Possesses mild soothing and refreshing herbal properties
* Commonly used in Ayurvedic and Southeast Asian herbal formulations
* Supports overall wellness and herbal self-care practices

Uses:

* Prepared as herbal tea or infusion
* Used in powders, capsules, extracts, and tinctures
* Incorporated into wellness and vitality * Prepared as herbal tea or infusion
* Used as a natural blue food and beverage colorant
* Used in powders, capsules, extracts, and tinctures
* Incorporated into wellness and beauty herbal blends
* Combined with other herbs in traditional herbal formulationsherbal blends
* Combined with other herbs in traditional herbal formulations
* Used in supportive and restorative herbal preparations

Precautions:

* Excessive use may cause mild digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals.
* Use cautiously and according to recommended guidance.
* Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a healthcare professional before use.
* Individuals taking medications for blood sugar or blood pressure should consult a healthcare professional before use.
* Individuals with existing medical conditions should use under professional guidance.

Packaging:

Our herbs are packaged in ziplock bags to avoid spillage.

Storage:

• Keep in a cool, dry place away from moisture, sunlight, and heat
• Store in an airtight container to prevent oxidation and loss of potency

Shelf Life:

• Up to 2 years when stored properly in sealed packaging
• Best potency when consumed within 12–18 months

Note:

No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Product is a natural botanical ingredient; color may vary depending on harvest lot and year.

Disclaimer:

This product is a natural food supplement and not evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is intended for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Consult a healthcare professional before use if you have allergies or medical conditions

By purchasing, you acknowledge responsibility for safe and appropriate use.