Dosage

• Intervention: 20 drops per day.
• Treatment: 20 drops, 3 times per day (max).

Directions for Use

Shake well before use. Take directly on the tongue or mix into a half glass of water or tea, 15 to 30 minutes before meals. 

For long-term treatment, use 6 days out of 7.

Mode of Action

Butterfly Pea flowers are exceptionally rich in antioxidant compounds known as ternatins. These compounds not only give the tea its vibrant color but have also been shown to reduce inflammation and inhibit the growth of cancer cells. The flowers are also packed with other healing antioxidants, including kaempferol, which is known for fighting cancer cells; p-coumaric acid, recognized for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiviral properties; and delphinidin-3,5-glucoside, which helps boost immune function and combat cancer cells. The presence of these antioxidants provides a wide range of health benefits.

Helpful Associations

• Om Shrooms (available at Blissdorf)
• Rosemary (available at Blissdorf)
• Blue Lotus (available at Blissdorf)

Ethnobotany

Traditionally, the Butterfly Pea flower is ruled by the planet Venus and connected to the element of water, which imbues it with qualities of love, emotion, serenity, and protection. In India, the flower is named after the Hindu goddess Aparajita, meaning "one who cannot be conquered or defeated." It is commonly offered during Puja rituals—daily ceremonies of ceremonial worship, which typically include a brief offering to a deity.

In Thailand, this drink is called Anchan tea. Thai folklore recounts the story of a woman named Isra, who was taken on an adventure by a half-woman, half-bird creature called a Kinnari. The Kinnari showed her the Butterfly Pea flowers and instructed her to cultivate them for healing. While the flower is rich in history and mythology, it has gained worldwide popularity primarily for its color-changing properties.

History

Ancient communities used the Butterfly Pea flower for its health benefits and beautifying properties. Today, it holds various meanings in different cultures. In Thailand, the story behind the tea tells of a woman named Isra, who was taken on an adventure by a half-woman, half-bird creature called a Kinnari. The Kinnari presented her with the flowers, instructing her to cultivate and use them for healing.

The cultural significance of the Butterfly Pea flower extends beyond traditional medicine and drinks. In Thailand, it is used to make "Khanom Chan," a multi-layered, colorful dessert made with rice flour, coconut milk, and Butterfly Pea flower juice. The dessert is often served at weddings and other celebrations and is considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity. Additionally, the Butterfly Pea flower has been used as a natural dye for textiles and clothing in Southeast Asian countries.

Contra-Indications

None to note.

Interactions

None to note.