Artistic motif When tea leaves floating in the water. Its gradual, even heating INFUSE the greatest amount of tea flavor into the water Cast iron tea pot heat up the tea better and retain warmth much more effectively than ceramic Paint coating on interior Include a stainless steel infuser basket for loose or tea bag Do not leave tea or water inside the tea pot. Dry thoroughly after each use. This tea pot is not using for boiling water. Do not place this tea pot directly on any stove top burner. Pour boiling water through the infuser and put the lid back on.