Dried Calendula Flowers Jin Zhan Ju Loose Herbal Tea 500g Natural Sun Dried Whole Petals

Dried Calendula Flowers, known in TCM as Jin Zhan Ju (金盏菊), from Calendula officinalis, offered as whole dried flower heads and petals. This sun-dried botanical is traditionally valued in herbal practice for its gentle, cooling nature and is commonly prepared as a floral infusion. Sold as a natural edible agricultural product, it is suitable for home herbal tea blending and seasonal wellness routines.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Calendula officinalis flower heads with bright golden-orange petals
• Known in Chinese herbal tradition as Jin Zhan Ju (金盏菊)
• Naturally sun dried with no added sugar or processing aids
• Loose bulk form ideal for tea blending, infusions, and culinary decoration
• Sourced from Yunnan and packed in a 500g bulk format

Quality & Sensory

The dried flowers typically show vivid golden to orange petals with a light, dry texture and a mild floral aroma. When steeped, the infusion typically takes on a warm golden hue with a soft, gently floral taste and subtle honeyed notes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a standalone floral herbal tea
• Blend with chrysanthemum, rose, or other herbal flowers
• Use petals as a natural garnish for salads and desserts
• Add to homemade herbal tea gift mixes

Traditional Uses

In traditional herbal practice, calendula flowers have long been prepared as a warm infusion, often combined with chrysanthemum or goji berries for a soothing daily floral tea. The petals have also been used in European folk herbalism for topical washes and in seasonal wellness blends. In TCM-style usage, floral teas like this are traditionally associated with gentle clearing and calming qualities.

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