Are carnations poisonous? How to raise carnations at home? Can I eat it?

Carnation scientific name for carnation, also known as lion head carnation, large flower carnation, carnation and so on, carnation family, carnation plants, loved by people, then carnation poisonous? How do carnations grow at home? Can I eat it?

1. Is carnation poisonous?

Carnations are nontoxic, so don't worry about it. However, not all flowers are poisonous and can be used for eating, just like Yu Meiren, narcissus, mandala and azalea flowers have certain toxicity and cannot be eaten.

In addition, carnations are not only poisonous, but also have relatively high medicinal value. Carnation whole plant can be used as medicine, can play a thirst tranquilizer, clear vision, beauty, throat anti-inflammatory, stomach digestion and other effects. It can also be used to treat toothaches and headaches, and the effect is particularly good. Carnations are also rich in trace elements, many of which are substances needed by the human body. For the circulation of blood, for the body's metabolic function has a role in promoting, as well as digestion irritability, detoxification, such as more than a lot of help.

Second, how to raise carnations at home

The most important point of carnation conservation is sunlight, it likes strong light, so whether it is indoor flower arrangement, potted cultivation or greenhouse cultivation, it should be placed in the direct sunlight sunny position. Absorb sufficient illumination, just can make it florescence longer, the flower color is more colourful, flower fragrance is thicker.

If it is a potted carnation, click Note:

1. Soil: Carnation planting requires soil drainage good, humus rich, good fertility and slightly alkaline clay soil.

2. Watering: Carnations grow strong and drought resistant. Rainy and wet areas, soil hardening, root system due to poor ventilation and development is not normal, so pay attention to loose soil drainage in rainy season. During the period of vigorous growth, water in time, water more, usually water to maintain soil moisture can be. Water should be sprayed before flowering.

3. Fertilization: Carnations like fertilizer, apply sufficient baking fertilizer and bone powder before planting, continuously apply liquid fertilizer during the growth period, generally apply decomposed thin fertilizer water every 10 days or so, and apply topdressing after picking flowers.

If it is fresh cut flowers, you need to change the water every day. When changing the water, you should cut off part of the roots, and clean the part of the water soaked in the water. Do not overdo it. It is about the height of one index finger (three knuckles). At the same time, pay attention to ventilation and avoid the sun.

3. Can carnations be eaten

You can eat it. This is done as follows:

1. Scented tea: this tea is more famous, but also loved by people. The method is also relatively simple, will flower calyx, stem and other parts removed. Then, put the rest into the oven to dry. Note that it should be turned over from time to time, so that it can be heated more evenly. When you're done, place it in an airtight jar and store it in the refrigerator. When you drink it, you can drink it.

2. Flower wine: first prepare salt water, and then, put the flowers, soak for about two hours. This is done to remove astringency and also to kill bacteria. After that, he took it out, dried it, and put it into white wine. And put in the right amount of rock sugar. Then seal it and keep it in a cool place. After two or three months, open it and drink it. You will find that the fragrance and color of the flowers have been fully integrated with the wine.

3. Flower porridge: fresh, washed petals, mixed with rice, water, etc., and then cooked into porridge on it. This method was relatively simple, and the ingredients were not hard to come by.

4. Note: First of all, pay attention to whether the flowers are contaminated by pesticides. Wash it before you do it. Then choose fresh flowers, so the effect is better.

Time: 2019-04-06 Click: