Cornflowers

Cornflower, scientifically known as Centaurea cyanus, is a charming blue wildflower celebrated for both its ornamental beauty and its potential medicinal properties. With its vibrant azure petals and striking appearance, cornflower adds a delightful splash of color to gardens and floral arrangements alike. Historically, it has been used in herbal medicine for its purported anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties, although its use in modern herbalism is less common. When brewed into a tea, cornflower offers a subtle, mildly floral flavor, making it a pleasant addition to herbal blends. While primarily appreciated for its aesthetic value today, cornflower still holds a place in herbal lore as a symbol of elegance and simplicity.