Can carnations be eaten?

1. Can you eat it?

There are many kinds of flowers that can be eaten. We can casually list a lot, such as "chrysanthemum", "rose", "rape flower" and so on. However, not all kinds of flowers can be eaten. This is because many kinds of flowers are poisonous. For example, "mandala", "daffodils", "cuckoo" and so on. If you eat them by mistake, it may be harmful to your health. However, for the "carnation", it is non-toxic and can be safely eaten.

2. How to eat

(1) scented tea: this kind of tea is famous and popular. The method is also relatively simple, to remove the calyx, peduncle and other parts of the flower. Then, put the rest in the oven to dry. Note that it should be flipped from time to time so that it can be heated more evenly. When you're done, put it in an airtight jar and put it in the fridge. When you use it, just take it out and drink it.

(2) Flower wine: first prepare salt water, then put the flowers in and soak them for about two hours. This is done in order to remove astringency and kill bacteria. After that, fish it out, dry it and put it in the liquor. And put in the right amount of rock candy. Then seal it up and put it in a cool place. After two or three months, take it out and open it, and you can drink it. You will find that the fragrance and color of the flowers have been fully integrated with the wine.

(3) Flower porridge: mix fresh and washed petals with rice and water, and then cook porridge. This method is relatively simple, and the ingredients are not rare.

3. Points for attention

(1) first of all, of course, pay attention to see if the flowers are contaminated by pesticides. Make sure you wash it clean before you do it again.

(2) then choose the fresh flowers, the effect is good.