Shungiku - Edible Chrysanthemum
Shungiku — Edible Chrysanthemum — is a beloved Asian culinary green with a mildly bitter, slightly herbal flavor that's a staple ingredient in Japanese hot pot, Korean banchan, and Chinese stir-fries where its distinctive character adds complexity and depth. The lush plants grow to 4 feet with striking bright orange blossoms that are equally edible and beautiful as garnishes, and the cut-and-come-again leaves provide a continuous harvest of fresh greens throughout the growing season. A fascinating and genuinely useful Asian culinary specialty.