Wild Edible Flowers - Add Wild Color To Your Superfoods!
There are many wild edible flowers that many people do not know you can actually eat.
I love them for their pretty and playful energies, their floral essences and sweet fragrance!
Historically eating flowers has been around for quite some time. There are records dating back to 140 BC and in the Victorian era they were a common delicacy, often eaten fresh on salads or as a condiment or garnish.
You can make floral tea infusions with all of these flowery friends and they are a great way to decorate dessert recipes and a raw chocolate cake made with cacao.
These are our wild flowery favorites. Some have a nice flavor as well and a burst of color and fragrance.
Studied in depth by Dr. Edward Bach, it was discovered that all flowers have their own unique subtle essences that vibrate at frequencies that can be used as medicine by the human body.
Here we will also include their vibrational effects as flower essences.
The flower essence of Chicory is said to be good for helping one deal with excessively needy people or children.
2) Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)
Dandelion flowers have traditionally been used to make "dandelion wine" in many cultures. The bright yellow petals can also be added to your favorite meals.
The flower essence of Dandelion is for those who want a dynamic and lively energy that is effortless.
3) Honeysuckle (Lonicera Species)
We love to pick Honeysuckle in early spring and summer growing right in the wild. You can suck the sweet nectar out of the tubular ends!
Helps one with being fully present, learning from the past, but letting it go.
4) Manzanita (Arctostaphylos viscida)
These lovely little bells shaped flowers are sweet and delicious.
It's flower essence helps one to integrate the spiritual self within the physical world.
5) Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)
A sweet yet spicy, peppery flower that is quite large but soooo tasty.
Its energy is good for letting go of excess thinking and grounding oneself into the body.
6) Poppy (Papaver species)
Bright orange Poppy is always a delight to the eyes. And now you know you can actually eat it's petals.
Helps one to find the inner sense of knowing that comes from following the heart.
7) Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)
The wild edible flowers of the red clover blossom can be made into a
nutritive herbal tea
but there soft pink petals are also a sweet addition to accent a salad of
wild greens.
Awareness of self. Remaining calm in the mist of chaos.
8) Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Redbuds are one of my personal favorite trees. There tiny pink, yet hardy blossoms completely cover the branches, becoming quite a display in early springtime. They are so succulent, sweet and hot pink!
Helps us to allow the heart to open, committing and engaging in relationships with family and community.
9) Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Not always found in the wild but it is often found everywhere and grows back year after year, stronger and harder. I love to pluck the danty, purple petals and place them around a plate of savory
raw food.
Energy: Having a warm and vibrant physical presence.
10) Sage (Salvia species)
The sage flower is other great one, similar to rosemary but slightly larger in size.
Helpful for gaining perspective and wisdom from life experiences.
11) Violet (Viola cornuta)
I love the time of year when the smell of violets drifts on a warm breeze. I have often made violet
raw honey
with these purple flowers. The taste in like a burst floral bouquets on the palate.
It's essence is helpful for elevating perceptions and spirituality.
12) Water Lily (Nymphaea odorata)
The infamous "lotus blossom" seen for it's ability to rise above the muddy waters and blossom with new life. A symbol of spiritual enlightenment. And now you know you can use the petals and EAT them!
Helps one with leadership and the power to manifest magnificence.
13) Wild Rose (Rosa species)
Wild rose petals are even better for use in our
herbal tea recipes.
They are quite a bit smaller than the ornamental varieties but with way more wildness.
The flower essence offers vitality and hope to inspire and motivate.
See the basics on
wildcrafting wild plants
so you can get the most out of your harvesting adventurers.
You should always know the wild edible flowers you are eating. Double check to make sure in a flower guide if you have any doubt. There are some flower species out there that are poisonous so it is good to stick with what you know.
Enjoy them in your life as a garnish to please the eye or on any of the
recipes
you want to add a bit of color too.
Most of all have fun with wild edible flowers. Enjoy their splendor, energy and shades of pigment that will decorate your superfoods and make you happy!
