Hemerocallis fulva – Famine Foods

Hemerocallis fulva

Uses

China: flowers, leaves, shoots and roots eaten. Root can be prepared into flour from which cakes [sic] are made.

Additional Information

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Chemical composition (flowers): Protein = 9.3%. Fat = 25%. Ash = 0.9%. Carbohydrate = 60% (rich in sugar). Rich in Vitamin A and some B vitamins.

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