Daisies grow in many meadows and lawns where small children play. The pretty flowers often become play material themselves. Is that really safe? Don't worry, daisies are not only non-toxic but also very he althy.
Are daisies poisonous?
Daisies are non-toxic to humans and animals and can even be used as medicine and in cooking. They have healing properties for various ailments and are suitable as edible decorations, in salads or teas.
The healing properties of daisies
Folk medicine already knew about the healing effects of daisies. It can relieve many ailments. Of the many different species, however, only the common daisy is used for medicinal purposes. It is used both externally and internally. Most often, tea is made from the leaves of the daisy. You can also use fresh juice or a tincture.
Because of their blood-purifying and draining effects, daisies are often part of a spring treatment. They also relieve colds and gastrointestinal problems. They are also used externally, for example for rashes, impure skin or poorly healing wounds.
Daisies in the kitchen
Daisies definitely deserve a place in the kitchen garden, but they are rarely planted there. However, you can safely use the leaves and flowers of plants growing in your garden or lawn as long as you do not use artificial fertilizers. If you don't have a garden, why not plant some daisies on your balcony.
The slightly nutty-tasting daisy leaves can be used to refine soups, herb curds and salads. The flowers can be made into flower butter or decorative ice cubes. You can also make a very tasty jelly from daisies.
Uses for daisies:
- Salads
- edible decorations
- Flower Butter
- Healing tea
- Tincture
- Envelopes
- Spring cure
Tips & Tricks
If you want to use the healing power of daisies, then you don't necessarily have to drink tea from them. Using it in the kitchen, for example as a salad ingredient, has the same effect.
