BUTTERFLY PEA TINCTURE
Family: Fabaceae
Genus: Clitoria
Species: ternatea
Synonyms: None
Common Names: Butterfly Pea, Blue Pea, Asian Pigeonwings
Parts Used: Flowers, leaves
Main Actions: Antioxidant, nootropic, anxiolytic
Other Actions: Antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory
Description: Butterfly pea is a climbing perennial vine native to Southeast Asia, characterized by bright blue flowers. It's known for its culinary and medicinal uses.
Tribal and Herbal Medicine Uses: Used in traditional medicine to alleviate stress, improve memory, and promote relaxation. Also utilized for its antimicrobial properties.
Plant Chemicals: Flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, anthocyanins
Biological Activities and Clinical Research: Research indicates antioxidant and neuroprotective properties, with potential for cognitive enhancement.
Current Practical Uses: Culinary applications, herbal teas, natural food coloring, and botanical extracts for supplements.
Main Preparation Method: Infusion, decoction, or extraction of flowers and leaves.
Main Actions (in order): Antioxidant, nootropic, anxiolytic, adaptogen
Main Uses: Cognitive enhancement, stress relief, anxiety reduction
Properties/Actions Documented by Research: Antioxidant activity, neuroprotection, anxiolytic effects
Other Properties/Actions Documented by Traditional Use: Antimicrobial activity, anti-inflammatory effects
Cautions: Generally considered safe, but caution advised in pregnant and breastfeeding women due to limited safety data.
Traditional Preparation: Brewing flowers or leaves into tea, or incorporating them into culinary dishes.
Contraindications: No significant contraindications reported in traditional use.
Drug Interactions: Limited information on interactions, but caution advised when using concurrently with medications due to potential herb-drug interactions.
Recommended dosage: 5-10 drops under the tongue 2x daily, or taken 2x daily in a small glass of water or juice on an empty stomach for better absorption.