DAY LILY
hemerocallis fulva





Taken June 13th, 2004. Chavis Road; Cosby, Tennessee

EDIBLE USES
Flowers, Leaves and Root

Leaves and young shoots - cooked.
An asparagus or celery substitute.
An excellent sweet tasting vegetable,
though some caution is recommended.

Leaves need to be eaten whilst still
very young since they quickly become fibrous.

Flowers - raw or cooked.
The petals are thick and crunchy, making very pleasant eating raw,
with a nice sweetness at the base because of the nectar.

Flowers can be dried and used as a thickener in soups etc.
In this case, they are picked when somewhat withered and closed.
A rich source of iron.

Flower buds - raw or cooked. A pea-like flavour.
Can be dried and used as a relish.

Dried flower contains about; 9.3% protein. 25% fat!?,
60% carbohydrate (rich in sugar), 0.9% ash.
It is rich in vitamin A.

Tubers - raw or cooked. A nutty flavor.
Young tubers are best, though the central portion
of older tubers is also good.


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Preparing Herbal Remedies
Preperation of Herbs
The Apothecary
Using Herbs