Butterfly Pea
Clitoria ternatea•Flower
Origin
Southeast Asia
Energetics
Cognition · Vision
Time
Daytime
Intensity
Gentle
A striking indigo flower used in Ayurveda to support memory, eyesight, and cognitive function.
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Energy & Focus
Traditionally used to sharpen the intellect and improve memory.
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Vitality & Strength
Rich in anthocyanins for collagen and eye health.
Ayurveda
Revered as 'Shankhpushpi', a brain tonic for memory and intellect.
Thai Cuisine
Used as 'Nam Dok Anchan', a refreshing welcome drink.
Modern Cafe
Popularized for its stunning natural blue pigment in lattes and mixology.
Famous for its color-changing properties when mixed with citrus.
Modern Approach
A favorite for natural food coloring and antioxidant support.
Aroma
Taste
Body
Mind
Ways to work with this plant
Visual Ritual
Watch the blue swirl into the water as a meditation on impermanence.
Lemon Alchemy
Squeeze fresh lemon to witness the shift from indigo to violet.
Beauty Tonic
Drink daily to support collagen and glowing skin.