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Latin name :
Centaurea cyanus

Origin :
This plant is common in a big part of the cereal fields of Europe and Asia.

Description :
It is a splendid herbaceous plant that grows in the middle of cereal fields. Its blue eye dangles on a long and spindly stem. Each flower is composed of five quite long loose petals. The plant seems even more ethereal due to its threadlike leaves.

Properties :
It is well-known for its general soothing action but it is above all used for its decongesting properties.

History :
Cornflower is a patriotic symbol. Mingled with the flowers of poppy and marguerite, cornflower represents the colours of France.