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Did you know that Begonias are edible and delicious!
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Begonias are indeed edible, and their leaves and flowers can be enjoyed in various culinary applications. Making them a beautiful addition to any landscape. The flowers, stems, and leaves of some begonias are edible. They can be used in salads, cocktails, and more.  Edible parts • Flowers: The petals of tuberous begonias and wax begonias are edible and have a slightly sour, citrus flavor. They can be used as a garnish or in salads.  • Stems: The stems of tuberous begonias can be eaten like rhubarb.  • Leaves: The leaves of tuberous begonias can be added to salads. The leaves of Begonia have a tart taste and can be used in salads or with seafood.  Uses • Salads: The petals can be used to brighten up salads.  • Cocktails: The petals can be used to garnish cocktails or frozen into ice cubes.  • Tea: The flowers can be steeped in hot water to make tea.  • Jelly: The flowers can be used to make jelly.  Nutritional Value Begonias are low in calories and provide vitamins and minerals. They contain vitamin C and other antioxidants, making them a healthy addition to the diet. Begonias have also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments Traditional uses • Digestive issues: Begonia leaves and roots have been used to treat digestive issues, diarrhea, and dysentery  • Skin conditions: Begonia leaves have been used to treat skin conditions  • Fever reduction: Begonia leaves have been used to reduce fever  • Respiratory infections: Begonia extracts have been used to treat respiratory infections and bronchitis  • Fungal infections: Begonia has been used to treat fungal infections  • Liver problems: Begonia has been used to treat liver problems  • Body inflammation: Begonia has been used to treat body inflammation  Cautions  • Begonia flowers and stems contain oxalic acid, so people with gout, kidney stones, or rheumatism should avoid eating them. • People with pollen allergies might also want to avoid eating edible flowers. • If you're not sure if a begonia flower is edible, don't eat it.

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