Cornflower Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Cornflower is the Centaurea cyanus plant, an annual native to Europe. Cornflowers are known for their round, blue flowers. Dried cornflowers are used to make herbal medicine, including herbal teas.¹

Cornflower Health Uses and Health Benefits

Cornflower has been used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions. When applied directly to the skin, cornflower can help alleviate swelling in the joints and muscles, such as from arthritis and gout. Cornflower is also beneficial for skin irritations like dermatitis or dandruff. Cornflower tea can be taken to help alleviate constipation, chest congestion and to bring down fevers. Cornflower is also a natural diuretic, which helps to eliminate bacteria from the kidneys and prevent urinary tract infections.²

References

1. https://www.britannica.com/plant/bachelors-button 
2. https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-414/cornflower