Can You Use Daylilies for Tea? The Edibility and Safety Guide
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In traditional Chinese cuisine, dried daylily buds, known as 'golden needles,' have been a popular ingredient for centuries. This edible flowering perennial, from the genus Hemerocallis, is not only a delight in savory dishes but can also be brewed into a mild, calming herbal tea. With proper identification and preparation, it is possible to enjoy a unique, subtly flavored floral beverage straight from your garden.