lemon to mint. . Antirrhinum Tastes like: majus bland to bitter flavor Tulbaghia Tastes like: a violacea very mild garlic flavor Cucurbita pepo Tastes like: species (aka sweet, nectar Zucchini flavor. . Blossom) * Helianthus Tastes like: annus leafy, slightly bitter. Lightly steam petals to lessen bitterness. Unopened flower buds can be steamed like artichokes. Thymus vulgaris Tastes like: lemon, adds a nice light scent. . Begonia X ONLY tuberosa HYBRIDs are edible. The flowers and stems contain oxalic acid and should not be consumed by individuals suffering from gout, kidneystones, or rheumatism. Further, the flower should be eaten in strick moderation. Tastes like: crisp, sour, lemony Viola species Tastes like: sweet, nectar Yucca baccata Flowers (petals only) and fruit are edible. Other parts contain saponin, which is poisonous. Large amounts may be harmful. Tastes like: crunchy, fresh flavor Tastes like: crunchy, fresh flavor Flowers Some flowers in particular to to be avoided (but not a complete list) are: azalea, crocus, daffodil, foxglove, oleander, rhododendron, lily of the valley, and wisteria. See a more . *Only the petals of these composite flowers are edible. The pollen of composite flowers is highly allergenic and may cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Sufferers of asthma, ragweed, and hayfever should not consume composite flowers, and may
lemon to mint. . Antirrhinum majus Tastes like: bland to bitter flavor Tulbaghia violacea Tastes like: a very mild garlic flavor Cucurbita pepo species (aka Zucchini Blossom) Tastes like: sweet, nectar flavor. . * Helianthus annus Tastes like: leafy, slightly bitter. Lightly steam petals to lessen bitterness. Unopened flower buds can be steamed like artichokes. Thymus vulgaris Tastes like: lemon, adds a nice light scent. . Begonia X tuberosa ONLY HYBRIDs are edible. The flowers and stems contain oxalic acid and should not be consumed by individuals suffering from gout, kidneystones, or rheumatism. Further, the flower should be eaten in strick moderation. Tastes like: crisp, sour, lemony Viola species Tastes like: sweet, nectar Yucca baccata Flowers (petals only) and fruit are edible. Other parts contain saponin, which is poisonous. Large amounts may be harmful. Tastes like: crunchy, fresh flavor Tastes like: crunchy, fresh flavor Flowers to Some flowers in particular to be avoided (but not a complete list) are: azalea, crocus, daffodil, foxglove, oleander, rhododendron, lily of the valley, and wisteria. See a more . *Only the petals of these composite flowers are edible. The pollen of composite flowers is highly allergenic and may cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Sufferers of asthma, ragweed, and hayfever should not consume composite flowers, and may
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