Cornflower Petals
Part of our Herbs range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
Cornflower Petals are the dried, vivid blue petals of Centaurea cyanus, a wildflower once common in European grain fields. Their intense colour makes them one of the most eye-catching botanicals in herbal teas, cosmetics, soaps, food decoration and potpourri.
Arizone International supplies dried Cornflower Petals in bulk for tea blenders, cosmetic and soap makers, food decorators, potpourri producers, wholesalers and exporters.
The Flower of the Fields
Cornflower gets its English name from the wheat and barley fields ("corn" in old English usage) where it used to grow as a weed. It is also called bachelor's button, because young men in some European traditions wore the flower in their buttonholes. Cornflower is the national flower of Estonia and has long been a symbol in Germany. Modern farming has made the wild flower rarer, so most petals today come from cultivated fields, mainly in Europe.
The blue colour is unusual in nature. It comes from a complex anthocyanin pigment in which several anthocyanin and flavone molecules are held together with metal ions. This structure gives the petals their bright, stable cornflower blue.
Grades We Supply
- Whole PetalsSeparated blue petals, the premium grade for teas and decoration.
- Whole Flower HeadsFor potpourri and decorative uses.
- Cut and SiftedFor tea bags and cosmetic blends.
- Custom GradesOn request, depending on colour and size needs.
Applications
- Herbal and black tea blends, such as Lady Grey and Earl Grey-style blends, where petals add a blue accent
- Soaps, bath salts, bath bombs and bath teas
- Eye gels, toners and skincare products, following traditional use
- Edible flower decoration for cakes, salads and desserts, where permitted
- Potpourri, crafts and confetti
- Natural colour and botanical extracts
A Traditional Eye Herb
In French folk tradition, cornflower was nicknamed "casse-lunettes", meaning "glasses-breaker", because a cornflower water compress was believed to refresh tired eyes so well that glasses would no longer be needed. Cornflower floral water is still used in eye-care cosmetics for its gentle, soothing image.
Keeping the Colour Bright
Cornflower petals fade quickly when exposed to light, heat and humidity, turning dull grey-blue. For the best colour, store the petals in opaque, airtight packaging in a cool, dry place and use them within the recommended shelf life. In tea blends, cornflower is mainly used for appearance, as it has a very mild taste.
Quality Parameters
- Colour intensity and uniformity
- Share of petals versus green parts and stems
- Moisture and foreign matter
- Microbiology, pesticide residues and heavy metals
- Pyrrolizidine alkaloid testing where required by export markets
Packaging
Petals are light and delicate, so they are packed in cartons with food-grade inner liners, protected from crushing and light.
Tips for Buyers and Formulators
Keep cornflower petals away from light and moisture to protect their bright blue colour. In tea blends, they are used mainly for colour, so a small amount goes a long way.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based supplier and exporter of herbs and botanicals. We source quality Cornflower Petals, check colour and cleanliness, and supply them with test reports and export documentation.
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Specifications
- Category
- Herbs
- Physical Form
- Dried petals
- Grade Options
- Food (tea blends) / Cosmetic grade
- Packaging
- 25–50 kg PP or jute bags with liner, or cartons; custom packs on request
- Country of Origin
- Europe / Egypt
- Shelf Life
- 24 months in original packing
- Storage Conditions
- Cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from sunlight, moisture and pests
Applications
- Herbal and black tea blends
- Soaps, bath salts, bath bombs and bath teas
- Eye gels, toners and skincare products, following traditional use
- Edible flower decoration for cakes, salads and desserts, where permitted
- Potpourri, crafts and confetti
- Natural colour and botanical extracts
Compliance
Cornflower Petals are used as edible decoration in many countries, subject to local food rules.
Light, heat and moisture break down the blue pigment, so Cornflower Petals should be stored in a cool, dark place.
Very little. Cornflower Petals are used in tea blends mainly for their bright blue colour.
Yes. Apart from the whole form, Cornflower Petals is available as cut pieces, tea-bag cut or fine powder, as per your use.
Yes. Cornflower Petals goes through sieving and sorting to remove foreign matter, and moisture is checked before it is packed.
We export Cornflower Petals from India to buyers in the USA, the UK, the EU, the Middle East, Australia and 40+ other countries. Orders ship by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms, with a certificate of analysis and a certificate of origin.
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