Butterfly Pea Flower

Indulge in the captivating beauty and wellness benefits of Fresh Harvest Market's Butterfly Pea Flower. With its vibrant blue petals, this exotic flower adds a touch of elegance to your culinary creations. 

Butterfly pea flower, scientifically known as Clitoria ternatea, is a beautiful flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. The flowers of this plant are known for their vivid blue color, which is due to the presence of anthocyanin pigments. Butterfly pea flower has a long history of use in traditional medicine and culinary practices, particularly in countries like Thailand and Malaysia.

In traditional herbal medicine, butterfly pea flower is believed to have various health benefits. It is often used as a natural dye and food coloring, adding a vibrant blue hue to dishes and beverages. Butterfly pea flower is also used to make a herbal tea known as butterfly pea tea or blue tea, which is known for its striking color and subtle earthy flavor. Additionally, butterfly pea flower is believed to have antioxidant properties and may help support overall health and well-being.