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Snow Chrysanthemum Flowers at a Glance
A distinctive whole dried flower botanical with warm golden-orange petals and naturally dark flower centres. Known commercially as Snow Chrysanthemum, Coreopsis tinctoria can be steeped on its own to create a beautifully coloured botanical infusion or combined with other complementary botanicals.
Botanical Identity
Coreopsis tinctoria, a flowering species belonging to the Asteraceae family.
The Dried Flowers
Whole dried flower heads with curled golden-orange petals, naturally dark centres and occasional muted green botanical material.
Flavour & Aroma
A gently floral botanical infusion with naturally sweet and subtle earthy notes.
In the Cup
The dried flowers release their natural colour into the water as they steep, creating a richly coloured golden to amber botanical infusion.
How It’s Enjoyed
Steep the dried flowers in hot water on their own or combine them with complementary botanicals to create your own herbal tea blends.
Naturally Caffeine-Free
A naturally caffeine-free flower infusion made without traditional tea leaves.
Who Are Snow Chrysanthemum Flowers For?
Snow Chrysanthemum Flowers may appeal to those who enjoy discovering unusual botanicals, preparing beautiful caffeine-free infusions and building a thoughtful home botanical pantry. Their distinctive whole-flower form and naturally colourful infusion make them particularly suited to people who value botanicals for their character, versatility and the ritual of preparing them.
For the Botanical Explorer
You enjoy discovering less familiar flowers and learning the stories, traditions and botanical identities behind the ingredients in your pantry.
For the Herbal Tea Drinker
You enjoy preparing simple botanical infusions and want another whole flower to explore on its own or alongside complementary herbs and flowers.
For the Caffeine-Free Cup
You enjoy naturally caffeine-free botanical infusions and prefer having alternatives to traditional black or green tea in your daily tea ritual.
For the Visual Tea Lover
The appearance of the botanicals matters to you. Whole golden-orange flowers and the colour they release while steeping make preparing the cup part of the experience.
For the Botanical Blender
You enjoy experimenting with individual botanicals and creating your own tea combinations rather than relying only on ready-made blends.
For the Simple Botanical Pantry
You value recognisable, uncomplicated ingredients and like keeping individual dried botanicals at home for teas, recipes and everyday botanical rituals.
The Story Behind the Flower
Snow Chrysanthemum is a striking little flower, recognised by its golden-yellow petals and deep contrasting centre. Traditionally enjoyed as a floral infusion, these beautiful whole flowers bring both colour and character to the cup.
Often associated with the high-altitude regions of western China, Snow Chrysanthemum has become treasured for the rich colour and distinctive flavour released when the dried flowers meet hot water.
When steeped, the flowers create a warm golden-amber infusion with a naturally floral, gently earthy and subtly sweet character. They can be enjoyed on their own or paired with other flowers and botanicals to create more layered loose-leaf blends.
At Flowers from my Meadow, we love botanicals that are as beautiful before brewing as they are in the finished cup. Our whole dried Snow Chrysanthemum Flowers are carefully selected and packed to preserve their natural form, colour and botanical character — ready for simple infusions and everyday botanical rituals.
Snow Chrysanthemum Botanical Profile
How to Brew Snow Chrysanthemum Flower Tea
A beautiful Snow Chrysanthemum infusion begins with a few whole dried flower heads, hot water and a little time for their naturally sweet, floral and earthy character to unfold.
Watch the golden-orange flowers slowly open as they release their colour and character into the water.
Measure
Add approximately 3–5 whole dried Snow Chrysanthemum flower heads to a cup, clear glass mug or tea infuser.
Steep
Pour over one cup of freshly boiled water. Cover and steep for approximately 5–10 minutes, depending on your preferred flavour and strength.
Strain & Enjoy
Strain the flowers and enjoy the infusion warm, or allow it to cool completely before serving over ice.
Explore the Blend
Enjoy Snow Chrysanthemum on its own or combine it with complementary botanicals such as citrus, mint, rose or other floral ingredients to create your own infusion.
Snow Chrysanthemum has a naturally sweet, gently floral and subtly earthy character. Begin with a small number of flower heads and adjust the quantity or steeping time according to your taste.
THE MEADOW KITCHEN
Creative Ways to Enjoy Snow Chrysanthemum
Once Snow Chrysanthemum has been infused and strained, its gently floral character and golden infusion can move beyond the teacup into simple fruit, dessert and botanical kitchen creations.
Snow Chrysanthemum & Pear Jelly
A softly set botanical jelly pairing golden Snow Chrysanthemum infusion with delicate fresh pear.
Ingredients
- 2 cups prepared Snow Chrysanthemum infusion
- 1 ripe pear, peeled and finely diced
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 2 teaspoons powdered gelatine
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Method
Place the prepared infusion and diced pear in a small saucepan and simmer gently until the pear is just tender. Stir in the honey or sugar. Bloom the gelatine in the cold water, then stir it into the warm mixture until completely dissolved. Divide between small glasses or moulds and refrigerate until set.
Snow Chrysanthemum Poached Pears
Tender pears gently poached in a fragrant botanical infusion with honey, citrus and warming spice.
Ingredients
- 2 firm ripe pears
- 2 cups prepared Snow Chrysanthemum infusion
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 1 strip fresh lemon peel
Method
Peel the pears and place them in a small saucepan with the prepared infusion, honey, cinnamon and lemon peel. Simmer very gently, turning occasionally, until the pears are tender. Remove the pears and allow the remaining liquid to reduce slightly before spooning it over the fruit.
Snow Chrysanthemum & Honey Syrup
A simple floral botanical syrup for drizzling over yoghurt, pancakes, fresh fruit or desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong prepared Snow Chrysanthemum infusion
- 150 g honey
Method
Allow the prepared infusion to cool until warm rather than piping hot. Stir in the honey until completely combined, then transfer to a clean glass bottle or jar. Refrigerate and use in small amounts as a botanical finishing syrup.
Snow Chrysanthemum & Citrus Granita
A light, crystalline frozen dessert combining Snow Chrysanthemum with a bright touch of fresh citrus.
Ingredients
- 2 cups prepared Snow Chrysanthemum infusion
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or orange juice
- Fine citrus zest, optional
Method
Stir the honey or sugar into the prepared infusion while still warm. Allow to cool completely, then add the citrus juice. Pour into a shallow freezer-safe dish and freeze, scraping with a fork every 30–45 minutes until light, loose crystals form. Serve chilled with a little citrus zest if desired.
Begin with a properly prepared Snow Chrysanthemum infusion using the method above, then explore how its distinctive colour and gentle botanical character can move naturally from the teacup into the kitchen.
GOOD TO KNOW
Questions About Snow Chrysanthemum Flowers
From botanical identity and caffeine content to storage, second infusions and where to buy, here are answers to some of the most common questions about Snow Chrysanthemum Flowers.
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Snow Chrysanthemum is the common name used for the dried flower heads of Coreopsis tinctoria. Despite the name, it is a species of Coreopsis rather than a true chrysanthemum from the Chrysanthemum genus.
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No. Teas sold as traditional chrysanthemum tea are generally made from flowers belonging to the Chrysanthemum genus. Snow Chrysanthemum is Coreopsis tinctoria, so the two should not be considered botanically interchangeable.
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Snow Chrysanthemum produces a gently floral infusion with subtle earthy character and a naturally pleasant, rounded flavour. The strength will vary according to the number of flowers used and how long they are steeped.
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No. Snow Chrysanthemum is a botanical flower infusion rather than a traditional tea made from Camellia sinensis, so it is naturally caffeine-free.
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The name “Snow Chrysanthemum” does not describe the colour of the dried flowers. Coreopsis tinctoria naturally produces golden-yellow to orange ray florets with distinctive deep reddish-brown or maroon colouring around the centre. Drying can deepen these colours further.
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Yes. The whole dried flower heads can be prepared as a single-botanical infusion. They can also be combined with complementary botanicals according to personal taste.
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Yes. Once prepared and strained, the infusion can be allowed to cool and served chilled or over ice.
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Yes. Our product consists of dried Snow Chrysanthemum flower heads rather than a powdered tea or prepared tea blend. Natural variation in flower size, shape and colour is expected.
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Botanicals are not automatically suitable for everyone. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescription medication, managing a medical condition or are unsure whether Snow Chrysanthemum is appropriate for you, consult your healthcare professional before use.
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Snow Chrysanthemum Flowers are available directly from Flowers from my Meadow, with online ordering and delivery within South Africa.
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