Gomphrena - Globe Amaranth

Gomphrena globosa, commonly known as Globe Amaranth or Bachelor Button. In Chinese, Qian Ri Hong translates to Thousand Days Red due to the long blooming period of the flower.

In Trinidad the flowers are boiled to make a tea which is used for baby gripe, oliguria, cough and diabetes; cooling. In Hawaii, it is commonly used in long-lasting leis since it retains its shape and color after drying. This flower is used to make a garland for Brother's Day in Nepal. The garland is put around the brother's neck by their sister for Protection.

This tea contains essential vitamins and minerals and is known in Chinese medicine for helping to relieve cough, shortness of breath, and enhance vision.



Taste: Natural sweet fragrance and taste. Light herbal sweetness.

Preparation: Use 3-5pcs flowers per 350ml of water. Heat water to 90-95℃ and steep for 1-3 minutes. It’s better to use glass cup.

The color of the infusion may vary from light pink to reddish purple depending on the infusion time.