Chinese herbs

Chrysanthemum tea

Also called: juhua

Dried chrysanthemum flowers made into tea.

Why people take it: Eyes, cooling, colds.
What the evidence says: Little research.
How it is usually taken: One to several cups of tea a day.
Be careful: Allergy in people allergic to daisies.
Medicines it can interact with: Avoid if allergic to daisy-family plants.

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Common questions

What is Chrysanthemum tea?

Dried chrysanthemum flowers made into tea.

Why do people take Chrysanthemum tea?

Eyes, cooling, colds.

Does Chrysanthemum tea work?

Little research.

How much Chrysanthemum tea do people take?

One to several cups of tea a day.

Is Chrysanthemum tea safe?

Allergy in people allergic to daisies.

Does Chrysanthemum tea interact with medicines?

Avoid if allergic to daisy-family plants.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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