Honeysuckle MicroFlowers™
Estimated Inventory, 50 ct : 2.00
This item was last sold on : 10/27/26
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Description/Taste
Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ varies in size and appearance depending on the specific variety and is small, measuring approximately three centimeters in length. The blooms have an elongated, tubular to trumpet shape with a slender, hollow cavity in the center. The ends of the petals flare out, and the larger top petal features four lobes, giving the edges a scalloped nature, while the lower petal is single-lobed. Inside the center of the flower are 4 to 6 thin and long stamens that are tipped with yellow-green pollen. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ comes in vibrant shades of pink, orange, red, and yellow, and its petals are soft, velvety, and delicate. The entire bloom is edible and has a subtly crisp and tender consistency. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ emits a floral, honeyed aroma. The flowers have a sweet, nectar-like taste with a faintly bitter, vegetal finish.
Seasons/Availability
Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ is available from spring through fall, typically from April to October.
Current Facts
Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ is a specialty edible bloom created for chefs, mixologists, and home cooks as an attractive addition to elevate culinary dishes and beverages. The delicate, petite flowers are exclusively grown, hand-packed, and marketed by Fresh Origins® in San Diego, California. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ enhances the overall visual appeal of food and drinks, and its colorful flowers are easy to add in an efficient manner with minimal preparation. One of the distinct traits of Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ is its sweet, floral aroma. The flowers can be placed individually for an elegant touch or grouped for a more prominent visual effect. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ is sought as a sophisticated, multi-purpose ingredient, used fresh on a wide array of sweet and savory dishes and beverages.
Nutritional Value
Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ has not been studied for its nutritional properties. The flowers are used in small quantities and are regarded more as an edible garnish than a source of nutrients. In general, Honeysuckle flowers have been said to contain some vitamin C, calcium, and potassium. Worldwide, Honeysuckle flowers have been traditionally used in natural medicines for their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, and antioxidant properties. The blooms are used to make tea, tinctures, infusions, and topical creams, and are said to help reduce fevers, remove heat and toxins from the body, aid with respiratory issues, and promote overall health and longevity. Honeysuckle flowers are sometimes infused into honey and consumed as a cough syrup, or the tea is gargled to soothe mouth sores. When used in topical products, the blooms are infused into oil for various soaps, balms, and salves.
Applications
Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ has a mild, sweet, and subtly bitter taste suited for fresh and cooked preparations. The flowers are used as a finishing element and added just before serving to dishes and drinks. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ can be placed on platters of baked goods for afternoon tea, served on cheese plates, or added to fruit displays as a colorful enhancement. The blooms are also used in seafood dishes or adorned on desserts such as cakes and tarts. Worldwide, Honeysuckle flowers are sometimes simmered into syrups, jams, and jellies. They are also infused into homemade sorbets and ice cream. Try infusing the flowers into heavy cream, which can be made into whipped cream or used in baked goods. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ is also popularly added as a garnish to tea, cocktails, sparkling water, and other beverages. The blooms can be placed on the rim or infused into syrups and stirred into mixed drinks. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ pairs well with flavorings like honey, maple syrup, and brown sugar, fruits like citrus, strawberries, and peaches, and other flowers like rose and elderflower. The blooms will typically keep for several days when stored in the refrigerator. It is recommended to immediately use them for the freshest appearance.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Honeysuckle flowers were part of several folkloric superstitions and beliefs throughout European history. There are over 180 species of Honeysuckle found in temperate regions worldwide. While only a few have edible flowers, Honeysuckle has been traditionally revered as an ornamental species in home gardens. In Ireland and England, it was believed that growing Honeysuckle around the entrance to a home would protect it from bad luck and evil spirits. The plant also acquired a reputation for welcoming prosperity by keeping bad things out and bringing good things in. Honeysuckle vines and shrubs were customarily planted along fences, archways, and doorways. During the Victorian Era in England, Honeysuckle flowers represented devotion and admiration. The plant was valued for its twining nature, symbolizing a unified and unbreakable love between a couple.
Geography/History
Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ is a specially packaged collection of fresh blooms created by Fresh Origins®, the largest grower and supplier of microgreens, edible flowers, and specialty items in the United States. Fresh Origins® was established in 1995 and utilizes its ideal location in the mild Southern California climate to produce robust, healthy, and eye-catching flowers. Fresh Origins® is also known for its farming methods, which use natural sunlight, a proprietary soil blend, and water to produce high-quality blooms. It is important to note that there are many species of Honeysuckle found worldwide, in wild and cultivated populations. Honeysuckle has been growing wild since ancient times and is valued as an ornamental, culinary, and medicinal plant. Each species will have different uses, and only some are considered edible. Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ is grown in greenhouses by Fresh Origins®, and the flowers are hand-harvested, packed, and shipped at peak quality to provide chefs and mixologists with a key ingredient. Consumers have peace of mind when purchasing Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ from Fresh Origins® as the blooms are grown safely for use in culinary dishes and mixology. Today, Micro Honeysuckle Flower™ can be found through select distribution partners of Fresh Origins® across the United States, including Specialty Produce, and in Canada.
Learn More...Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Merenda | Oceanside CA | 703-459-4145 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center | National City CA | 619-434-4281 |
| Nourish Eats | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional Pastry) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| El Sueno (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Honeysuckle MicroFlowers™. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Champagne Tastes |
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Honeysuckle Simple Syrup |
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Honeysuckle Jelly |
