What Combines Best with Osmanthus and Its Effects and Benefits

Jan 22, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Generally speaking, there is no specific claim regarding what pairs best with osmanthus flowers. Pairing osmanthus with red dates can invigorate the spleen and replenish qi, as well as nourish the blood and calm the mind; combining osmanthus with chrysanthemum can clear the liver and improve vision; pairing osmanthus with wolfberry can clear internal heat and detoxify; combining osmanthus with tangerine peel can promote gastrointestinal motility and aid digestion; and pairing osmanthus with licorice can help resolve phlegm and relieve coughing.

Generally speaking, there is no specific claim regarding "what桂花 (osmanthus) pairs best with." Pairing osmanthus with red dates (jujubes) can nourish the middle jiao, benefit qi, nourish the blood, and calm the mind and spirit. Combining osmanthus with chrysanthemum can clear liver heat and improve vision. When paired with Lycium (goji berries), it can relieve internal heat and detoxify. When combined with tangerine peel (chenpi), it promotes gastrointestinal motility and aids digestion. When paired with licorice root, it helps resolve phlegm, relieve cough, tonify deficiencies, and warm and nourish the spleen and stomach. A detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Red Dates (Jujubes)

Osmanthus and red dates both have warming and nourishing properties. Together, they act synergistically on the spleen and stomach, enhancing their function. They are commonly used to treat symptoms such as spleen and stomach weakness, insomnia with excessive dreams, and deficiency of both qi and blood.

2. Chrysanthemum

Osmanthus warms the lungs, resolves phlegm, dispels cold, and relieves pain, while chrysanthemum疏散风热 (disperses wind-heat), clears the liver, and improves vision. When used together, they not only alleviate discomfort caused by liver qi stagnation—such as chest tightness, irritability, insomnia, and vivid dreams—but also help soothe the eyes and reduce internal heat.

3. Lycium (Goji Berries)

Combining osmanthus with lycium helps accelerate metabolism, eliminate waste, clear liver heat, reduce acne, and improve a sallow complexion. This combination is particularly suitable for individuals who stay up late or have poor complexion.

4. Tangerine Peel (Chenpi)

Osmanthus warms the lungs, resolves phlegm, dispels cold, and relieves pain, while tangerine peel regulates qi, strengthens the spleen, dries dampness, and resolves phlegm. Drinking osmanthus and tangerine peel tea in moderation can improve symptoms of cold deficiency in the spleen and stomach and enhance physical constitution.

5. Licorice Root

Licorice root has a neutral nature and functions to strengthen the spleen and replenish qi. Osmanthus warms the lungs, resolves phlegm, dispels cold, and alleviates pain. This combination is especially suitable for individuals with cold deficiency of the spleen and stomach or qi stagnation with qi deficiency. Osmanthus paired with licorice root not only resolves phlegm and relieves cough but also tonifies deficiencies and warms and nourishes the spleen and stomach.

Although osmanthus offers numerous health benefits, excessive consumption is not advisable. Additionally, when consuming osmanthus, choices should be made according to individual constitution and health conditions. If adverse symptoms occur, prompt medical attention should be sought.

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