If you’ve ever seen a tea turn from deep ocean blue to royal purple with just a squeeze of lemon, you’ve already met the enchanting Butterfly Pea Flower (Clitoria ternatea). This striking bloom isn’t just about good looks — it’s been treasured for centuries in traditional wellness practices, and now it’s showing up in kitchens, apothecaries, and even cocktail bars worldwide.
At Wildly Botanical, we love when herbs bring both beauty + wellness, and butterfly pea is the perfect example of plant magic meeting everyday support.
Benefits of Butterfly Pea Flower
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Rich in Antioxidants – Packed with anthocyanins (the compounds that give it that gorgeous color), butterfly pea helps protect your cells from oxidative stress.
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Brain & Focus Support – In traditional Ayurvedic medicine, it’s considered a brain tonic that sharpens memory and concentration.
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Eye Health – Those same anthocyanins can help with circulation to the eyes, reducing strain and supporting vision.
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Mood Lifting & Stress Relief – Sipping butterfly pea tea can be calming, grounding, and just plain joyful — especially when you watch the colors change.
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Skin & Hair Glow – Its antioxidants are also linked with supporting collagen and healthy skin, plus stronger, shinier hair.
🍵 Everyday Uses
Butterfly pea flower is caffeine-free, which means it can be enjoyed day or night. Here are a few of our favorite ways to use it:
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Tea Time Magic – Steep the dried flowers in hot water for a vivid blue tea. Add a squeeze of lemon or lime and watch it transform into purple!
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Latte Love – Blend with warm coconut or almond milk, honey, and a touch of vanilla for a dreamy “blue latte.”
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Cocktails & Mocktails – Infuse it into simple syrup or ice cubes to turn any drink into an instant conversation starter.
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Smoothie Boost – Toss a few petals into your blender for a color pop and antioxidant lift.
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Natural Dye – Its brilliant pigment can be used to color desserts, rice, or even homemade bath soaks.
🥤 Simple Recipes
✨ Magical Color-Changing Butterfly Pea Tea
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1 tsp dried Wildly Botanical organic butterfly pea flowers
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1 cup hot water
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Honey or maple syrup (to taste)
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Lemon wedge
How to: Steep flowers for 5–7 minutes until the water is a deep blue. Sweeten if you’d like, then squeeze in lemon juice to watch it change to purple. Kids especially love this one!
✨ Blue Coconut Latte
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1 cup coconut or oat milk
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1 tsp Wildly Botanical organic butterfly pea flowers (or powder)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp honey or maple syrup
How to: Simmer milk with butterfly pea until blue. Strain, stir in vanilla + sweetener, and sip your way into calm vibes.
✨ Botanical Ice Cubes
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Steep butterfly pea tea strong and pour into an ice cube tray.
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Freeze, then drop the cubes into lemonade, sparkling water, or cocktails for a slow-motion color shift.
💙 Why We Love It at Wildly Botanical
Butterfly pea flower is more than just a pretty face — it’s an herb that invites playfulness, joy, and a daily dose of calm. Whether you’re making tea with your kids, creating a self-care latte, or brightening up your garden-inspired recipes, this bloom turns ordinary moments into something magical.
Because wellness should feel beautiful, simple, and a little bit wild. 🌿
✨ Your Turn: Have you tried butterfly pea tea yet? If not, this is your sign — grab a jar, brew a cup, and let the magic unfold.