Dried Carnation Flower Tea Kang Nai Xin Loose Herbal Flowers 500g Natural Sun Dried

Dried Carnation Flowers, known in TCM as Kang Nai Xin (康乃馨), from Dianthus caryophyllus. These whole dried blossoms are a traditional floral tea ingredient, naturally sun dried to preserve their color and fragrance. In TCM theory, carnation flower is regarded as gently cooling and is traditionally associated with soothing and refreshing qualities. Commonly brewed alone or blended with other floral herbs for a light, aromatic infusion.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried carnation flowers sourced from Yunnan
• Botanical source Dianthus caryophyllus known as Kang Nai Xin in TCM
• Naturally sun dried to retain petal color and floral aroma
• Traditional floral tea ingredient for daily herbal infusions
• Bulk 500g pack suitable for tea blending and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried flowers show pink to deep rose petals with a light, dry texture and a delicate sweet floral aroma. When steeped, the infusion typically takes on a soft pink hue with a mild, gently sweet and fragrant taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a standalone floral herbal tea
• Blend with rose chrysanthemum or goji for floral tea mixes
• Use as a garnish or ingredient in culinary creations
• Prepare as a refreshing iced floral infusion in warm seasons

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, carnation flower has long been enjoyed as a floral tea, often steeped alone or combined with rose and chrysanthemum. It is traditionally associated with gentle soothing and refreshing properties and is a popular choice for daily floral infusions and seasonal wellness drinks.

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