Edible Flowers

Some might wonder if you can eat flowers; the answer’s yes, but we have to be mindful of which ones to eat. Today we have combined a list of edible flowers with some cool facts and information.

WARNING:

Please read what this warning says carefully. Not all plants are edible. They can make you very sick or even kill you. Be sure what plant you have and what parts you can have before attempting to eat! Not all flowers are created for us to eat!!

List of Edible Flowers Hibiscus

Scientific Name: Hibiscus

Origin: Subtropical regions around the world. Places such as Hawaii, Fiji, and Madagascar Edible Parts:Leaves and Blossom

Preparation: Can be eaten raw

Flavor:Close to pomegranate or cranberry in taste

Nutrients: Calcium, Phosphorous, Iron, Niacin, vitamin C, Riboflavin.

Marigolds

Scientific name: Tagetes

Origin:

The Americans: South and North Edible Parts: Petals and Leaves Preparation: Raw, Dry, Blanched Flavor: Citrus pepper flavor Vitamins: vitamin A, and Carotenoids

Lavender

Scientific name: Lavandula

Origin: Middle East, India, and Mediterranean Edible Parts: Flower bud, leaves,and stem Preparation: Dried, Fresh,And Cooked

Flavor: Strong Earthly Mint and Floral

Nutrients: vitamin E, Antioxidants, and vitamin A

Arugula

Scientific name: Eruca Vesicaria

Origin: Mediterranean

Edible Parts: whole plant including seeds

Preparation: Raw and Cooked

Flavor: Light, tart, and peppery

Nutrients: Calcium, Iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium.

Bergamot

Scientific name: Monarda Fistulosa Origin: North America

Edible Parts: Flower,Stems, and leaves Preparation: Raw or cooked

Flavor: similar to oregano

Nutrients: B6, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory

This is just a small list of all the different flowers to you can eat! They are wonderful garnishes on your cake and cookies, and also can be a spicy additive for a salad.

You can use your imagination with all the wonderful things you can do. Please don’t forget, if you have any questions. You can always contact us! We’d love to hear your feedback!

“Edible flowers contain phytonutrients, flavonoids and antioxidants, all of which can help lower the risk of certain health problems like cancer and heart disease.”

-Arfa Samreen, senior dietitian at Vikram Hospital, Bengaluru.

-Ambition Defined Family