Herbal & Flower Teas
Snow Chrysanthemum (Xue Ju) and Black Goji Tea
Traditionally used to support detoxification, skin radiance and healthy ageing
Why people make this tea
A friend gave Bro Niu a bag of fragrant Kunlun snow chrysanthemum, prized as a fine wellness flower tea. Spotting black goji at the herb shop — said to carry far more anthocyanins than blueberries — he paired the two. Together they make a fragrant cup traditionally enjoyed to support clear skin, ease tired eyes and promote graceful ageing.
Who it suits / who should be cautious
- Good for anyone wanting a light, antioxidant-rich daily flower tea, especially for tired eyes or skin that needs brightening.
- Pleasant and gentle; as with any flower tea, those with a very cold constitution should not overdo it.
Why these ingredients (the food-therapy logic)
- Snow chrysanthemum (xue ju): traditionally used to clear the liver, brighten the eyes and moisten the bowels; rich in flavonoids with antioxidant activity.
- Black goji (hei gou qi zi): prized for its anthocyanins; associated with supporting the eyes and helping the body resist signs of ageing.
Ingredients (1 pot)
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Snow chrysanthemum | 1 tbsp | |
| Black goji berries | 1 tbsp |
Method
- Put the snow chrysanthemum and black goji into a pot.
- Rinse once with boiling water, then refill with boiling water and steep, covered, for 10 minutes. Serve.
Bro Niu’s tips
This tea is fragrant and pleasant. The flavonoids in snow chrysanthemum have a strong antioxidant action that helps counter cell ageing, and the tea is also traditionally taken to support the body against colds and to look after the heart and blood vessels.
Community questions answered (selected)
- Q (Ming): I’ve a lingering cough after a cold, dry mouth, a few heat spots, but I feel cold and cough more at night — anything to soothe it? Bro Niu: Try 3 qian perilla leaf, 3 slices ginger and a little brown sugar boiled in 3.5 bowls of water for 15 minutes to 2 bowls, split over a day. For the dry mouth and heat spots, simmer 2 qian American ginseng, 1 old cucumber, 1 liang each of red beans and lentils and 3 honey dates with pork ribs for 2 hours — good for lingering heat after a cold.
- Q (Ming): Can I drink ching bo leung (qing bu liang) soup? Bro Niu: If there’s no fever, ching bo leung soup is fine.
Published February 23, 2024 · Adapted and translated for Nourilo from a traditional home-kitchen recipe. Approx. 2 min read.
