Edible flowers – A Review article

Abstract

On a global scale, people are demanding more attractive and tasty food. Both the quality of foodstuffs and aesthetic aspects contribute to the appearance of consumed meals. The attraction and appeal of individual dishes could be enhanced by edible flowers. Globalization has contributed not only to a better awareness of consumers but also to the comeback of earlier lifestyles, in which edible flowers played an important role. New information concerning the composition and nutritional value of edible flower is also important and represents a sufficient reason for their consumption. The aim of the article is to contribute popularization of edible flowers.