How is cornflower traditionally used?

Persian medicine considers cornflower cool and dry (سرد و خشک) — cooling for an overheated liver, soothing for inflamed eyes (especially in summer), and balancing for hot mizāj. Listed in classical materia medica alongside borage and violet as a gentle 'cooler of the blood.'

How do people commonly use Cornflower?

Tea: 1 tsp dried petals per cup, steep covered 8–10 min Eye compress: cool the strained tea, soak sterile pads, apply 10 min Add a pinch to herbal blends for color, gentle cooling, and visual beauty

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Gol-e gandom — azure blossom traditionally used to soothe tired eyes and cool inflammation.

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