It has long been cultivated in China, Korea and Japan. The Chinese believed that ginseng increased longevity. Ginseng is touted for increasing physical and mental endurance. It has also been studied as an aid in preventing heart disease, as it helps to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Ginseng may also inhibit growth of some cancerous tumors.
Chrysanthemum flowers are very colorful and widely used by florists in the West.
Also known as Ju Hua in China, it acts as an anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and helps lower blood pressure. Red Clover is native to Europe and Asia and is also widely cultivated as food for cattle. Throughout history red clover has been mainly used for cleansing and to fight coughs. In the 1930s red clover became a popular anticancer remedy and is still used for breast, ovarian and lymphatic cancer. The red flower is somewhat sweet with a slight cooling effect.