Asian Pigeonwings
Asian pigeonwings, which is also known as Nil Katarolu, is a vibrant and versatile flowering plant commonly found across Sri Lanka. A variety of the butterfly pea (Clitoria ternatea), this fast-growing vine is known for its striking blue to purple, pea-shaped flowers and its adaptability to home gardens, scrublands, and secondary forests. The plant’s lush green foliage and vivid blooms not only add ornamental value but also serve practical purposes. Its flowers are widely used to brew herbal tea and as a natural food coloring. Nil Katarolu also holds a valued place in traditional medicine, believed to offer calming, anti-inflammatory, and memory-enhancing properties.
Health benefits of Butterfly Pea
- Memory Enhancement:Â Some studies suggest that Asian pigeonwings can improve memory and cognitive function, possibly due to the presence of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter important for memory and learning.Â
- Anxiety and Depression:Â It may help balance brain chemicals, potentially improving mood and relieving anxiety and depression.Â
- Brain Health:Â It’s considered a brain-boosting herb in Ayurvedic science.Â
- Soothes Stomach Muscles:Â Its anti-inflammatory properties can help with nausea and indigestion.Â
- Supports Digestion:Â It may aid in digestion and remove toxins from the body.Â
- Reduced Blood Sugar and Insulin Levels: Studies have shown that consuming butterfly pea flower tea can increase antioxidant levels and reduce blood sugar and insulin levels.Â
- Antidiabetic Effects: Some research suggests that it may help in the treatment of diabetes by stimulating insulin production.Â
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