Herba Saussureae Involucratae (xue lian hua)

Tea artisans in Anhui Province have carefull sewn green tea leaves with silken thread into the shape of a resting flower. Once steeped, a cluster of green leaves open and form a base for a white Lotus flower. The visual effect is dramatic and the tea is naturally sweet and robust. Steep for 3-4 minutes in water of 185-195 degrees in a sturdy glass vessel. Channels entered:liver, kidney and spleen channels Actions & Indications: For hardening of blood vessels of the brain, tumor. Folk applications include rheumatoid arthritis, impotence, irregular menses, placenta not being expelled after birth. Medical Function: Ridding of coldness and dampness, tonifying blood, improving yang. Anti aging, anti tiredness, resisting lack of oxygen, anti flammatory, anesthesia, and anti hypertension. Chemical ingredients: The whole plant contains saponin, flavone, volatile oil, amino acids, glucose