In the Hortus Botanicus Leiden there are many of these Chrysanthemums in the Chinese herb garden. The flower is widely used in Chinese medicine. But also as a common use as a tea and is soothing. An important flower in philosophy. On the ninth of the ninth month one drinks wine of this Ju Hua, because double nine (9 September) gives so much yang and one is afraid that this causes diseases. The Chrysanthemum brings health by scaring off evil spirits. The yellow Chrysanthemum is often used, but the Hortus has chosen this pink variety.
Hello, my name is Ria and I live with Aad on our ship the Tiberius. In winter, when we are not sailing, I watercolour botanical illustrations. Especially of plants with medicinal properties. As examples, I like to use the herbs in the Chinese herb garden in.. Read more…