Centaurea Cyanus vs Aspilia Pluriseta

A striking blue wildflower of European grain fields; the flowers are used as a mild eye wash, bitter tonic, and anti-inflammatory; historically associated with wound healing.

East African herb documented in both human traditional medicine and chimpanzee self-medication; used for intestinal parasites, wound healing, and inflammation.

Anthocyanins, Centaurein, Cyanin, Tannins

thiarubrine-A, thiarubrine-C, alpha-terthienyl, flavonoids, phenolic acids

Eye inflammation and conjunctivitis (eyewash), Bitter digestive tonic, Wound healing and anti-inflammatory

Intestinal worms, Wound healing, Inflammation, Stomachaches

Eye health support, Digestive bitter, Anti-inflammatory

Antiparasitic activity, Antimicrobial effects, Anti-inflammatory properties, Wound healing

1-2g dried flowers as tea or topical eyewash

Leaf tea: 1 cup twice daily

Possible Asteraceae allergy

Pregnancy

Rare allergic reactions

Mild digestive effects