The petals of the following flowers can readily be eaten by humans, as long as they are washed:
- Tuberous begonias and Waxed begonias
- Calendula
- Carnations
- Chrysanthemums
- Clover
- Cornflower
- Dame's Violet
- Dandelion
- Day lily
- English Daisy
- Fuchsia
- Garden Sorrel
- Gladioli
- Hibiscus
- Hollyhock
- Honeysuckle
- Hyacinth (Wild varieties only)
- Impatiens
- Lilac
- Marigold
- Nasturtiums
- Pansy
- Peony
- Phlox (Perennial Phlox only, not annual)
- PineApple Guave
- Primrose
- Roses
- Scented Geraniums
- Snap Dragon
- Sunflower
- Sweet Woodruff
- Tulip Petals
- Violets
- Yucca
The petals of various fruit flowers can also be eaten, such as:
- Apple blossoms
- Banana blossoms
- Citrus blossoms
- Elderberry blossoms
The flowers of many herbs can also be eaten.
