Can You Eat Love-in-a-Mist? Navigating the Plant's Edible and Toxic Parts
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According to botanical research, most members of the buttercup family, which includes love-in-a-mist (*Nigella damascena*), are considered poisonous. However, a distinction must be made regarding the edibility of different parts of the plant, especially when asking: can you eat love-in-a-mist? While the seeds of the plant have been used historically in cuisine, the rest of the plant contains potentially toxic compounds. This guide explores the specifics of what is safe, what is not, and the important precautions you should take.
