Crown Daisy

Did you know

• Crown daisy is widely cultivated as a vegetable in East Asian cuisine, where its leaves and stems are eaten in stir-fries and hot pots.
• In Japanese cuisine, it is called shungiku and is a standard ingredient in sukiyaki.
• The plant was sacred to the Greek goddess Demeter and was used to make garlands for religious ceremonies.
• It has become an invasive weed in parts of California and Australia after escaping from vegetable gardens.
• The species name 'coronaria' means 'used for garlands,' reflecting its ancient decorative use.

Color meanings

Uses

• culinary vegetable
• ornamental
• traditional garlands