Dried Carnation Flowers (Dianthus caryophyllus) — Yunnan-Grown Loose Flower Heads for Herbal Tea, 500g
$8.50
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Description
Dried Carnation Flower Heads (Dianthus caryophyllus) are the gently dried blossoms of a flowering herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Kāng Nǎi Xīn (康乃馨). Grown in Yunnan and slowly dried at low temperature, these loose flower heads have long been valued in folk flower-tea culture as a fragrant, gently warming botanical used to lift the spirit, ease the chest, and bring a soft floral note to daily infusions. Their nature is warm and slightly sweet, making them a gentle yet aromatic herb for soothing the mood and harmonizing the flow of qi.
Key Selling Points
- Yunnan-grown Dianthus caryophyllus flower heads
- Low-temperature slow-dried to preserve color and aroma
- Loose 500g bulk pack for daily flower tea
- Warm, gently sweet floral character
- Traditional flower-tea botanical for mood and qi flow
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is slowly dried at low temperature to preserve the flower heads' soft pink-to-deep-rose color, delicate layered petals, and clean floral aroma. When steeped, the blossoms open gently in the cup and release a light, sweet, rose-like fragrance with a smooth, mildly honeyed finish, leaving a soft floral warmth on the palate without bitterness.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Flower Heads |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Carnation Flower |
| Botanical Name | Dianthus caryophyllus |
| Origin | Yunnan, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Low-Temperature Slow Drying |
Usage Scenarios
- Daily flower tea, brewed alone or blended
- Blended with chrysanthemum, rose, or goji berry
- Aromatic addition to herbal tea blends
- Gift or bulk pantry supply for tea lovers
- Decorative and aromatic use in sachets
Traditional Uses
In folk flower-tea practice, dried carnation blossoms are steeped alone or blended with rose, chrysanthemum, and jujube to make a fragrant daily infusion that gently lifts the mood and eases the chest. They are also added to seasonal tea blends and simmered lightly in sweet soups and congee for a soft floral note. In TCM flower-tea culture, carnation is traditionally associated with warming the middle, soothing the spirit, and harmonizing the flow of qi, making it a gentle companion for daily wellness rituals.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is dried carnation flower?
A: Dried carnation flower is the gently dried blossom of Dianthus caryophyllus, known in Chinese as Kāng Nǎi Xīn (康乃馨). It is a traditional flower-tea botanical used for its soft floral aroma and gentle warming character.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of carnation flower?
A: In traditional Chinese flower-tea culture, carnation is associated with warming the middle, soothing the spirit, and harmonizing qi flow. It is often brewed as a daily tea to lift the mood and ease the chest.
Q: How do I brew dried carnation flower heads?
A: Place a small handful of flower heads in a cup, pour hot water over them, and steep for 3 to 5 minutes. They can be brewed alone or blended with rose, chrysanthemum, or goji berry to taste.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 10 cm |
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