Princess MicroFlowers™
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This item was last sold on : 12/26/24
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Micro Princess Flowers™ are tiny flowers, measuring approximately one centimeter in diameter, and consisting of five oval petals surrounding a yellow to dark orange center. The flowers bloom in varying hues of white, lavender, pink, and purple. The petals are attached to a dark green calyx with a hollow stem. Micro Princess Flowers™ have a mild aroma and a subtle vegetal flavor with notes of grass and green bell pepper.
Micro Princess Flowers™ are a mixture of small, edible flowers that belong to a trademarked line of specialty MicroFlowers™ grown by Fresh Origins Farm in San Diego, California. Microflowers™ are one of Fresh Origins most popular innovations and were designed to compliment the company’s extensive line of microgreens. The miniature flowers are generally smaller than a quarter and offer various flavors, vivacious colors, shapes, and textures to elevate culinary and mixology experiences. Princess flowers, botanically classified as Tibouchina urvilleana are a semi-tropical plant belonging to the Melastomataceae plant family. The Princess flower plants are evergreen and can grow up to six feet tall with bushy shape. Micro Princess Flowers™ are much smaller than fully grown Princess flowers, making them a unique and beautiful garnish for sweet and savory recipes, as well as cocktails.
The nutritional value of Micro Princess Flowers™ have not been scientifically tested but edible flowers are known to contain high levels of antioxidants, including anthocyanins to help protect cells from damage, and flavonoids which can reduce inflammation in the body and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Micro Princess Flowers™ are best suited for raw applications and as an edible accent. The flowers should be added at the end of preparation to maintain the flower’s delicate shape and texture. Micro Princess Flowers™ are fully edible and can be used whole or the petals can be separated and spread throughout the dish. The blossoms can be sprinkled over vegetable and fruit salads, floated atop warm and cold soups and curries, or used to garnish sushi and sashimi. Micro Princess Flowers™ can elevate the look of pasta, grain dishes, and appetizers. The flowers can be frozen into ice cubes for an elegant cocktail or sparkling beverage garnish, or they can be pressed into fresh cheeses, cookies, and butter. Micro Princess Flowers™ can be used to garnish cakes, cupcakes, ice cream, sorbet, tarts, and panna cotta or they can be sprinkled over trays of passed hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The blooms pair well with chocolate, fruits such as strawberries, watermelon, stonefruit, and citrus, herbs including lavender, mint, and parsley, soft creamy cheeses, and spring vegetables like bell peppers, asparagus, zucchini, and peas. Whole MicroFlowers™ should be used immediately for best quality and will keep up to 5 days when stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
In 1993, Princess flowers received the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. The Royal Horticultural Society is the United Kingdom’s leading gardening charity. The Society manages many different trial gardens across the country. The Award of Garden Merit was created to help at-home gardeners choose plants that are likely to perform well in a regular garden setting. Plants awarded the Garden Merit Award are considered to be excellent for ordinary use, easily available, hearty, and reasonably resistant to pests. Plants being considered for the award are put through a plant trial on a royal garden plot where multiple selections of the same plant are planted side by side for comparison. Plants can be submitted by nurseries, individuals, and breeders and may be grown from seeds or clippings. The trials are then assessed by a panel of plant experts who judge a variety of aspects of the plant. The panels assessments are submitted to the Royal Horticultural Society’s Plant Committee, who in turn chooses which plants are worthy of the Garden Merit.
Princess flowers are native to South America where it can be found growing wild from Sao Paulo to Rio Grande in Brazil. The plant was spread throughout the Americas and has naturalized in Colombia, Central America, and the Hawaiian Islands. Princess flower plants were introduced to California in the early 20th century, where they were sold under many different names. Micro Princess Flowers™ are a trademarked flower grown and distributed by Fresh Origins Farm, located in San Marcos, California. The farm is located thirty miles North of San Diego and was established in the mid- 1990s. Fresh Origins uses the mild and sunny Southern California climate to produce flavorful, attractive, and unique microgreens, petite greens, and edible flowers year-round. Fresh Origins has the highest-level third-party food safety auditing program and is a certified member of the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement. Micro Princess Flowers™ can be found through select distribution partners of Fresh Origins across the United States and Canada.
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Description/Taste
Micro Princess Flowers™ are tiny flowers, measuring approximately one centimeter in diameter, and consisting of five oval petals surrounding a yellow to dark orange center. The flowers bloom in varying hues of white, lavender, pink, and purple. The petals are attached to a dark green calyx with a hollow stem. Micro Princess Flowers™ have a mild aroma and a subtle vegetal flavor with notes of grass and green bell pepper.
Current Facts
Micro Princess Flowers™ are a mixture of small, edible flowers that belong to a trademarked line of specialty MicroFlowers™ grown by Fresh Origins Farm in San Diego, California. Microflowers™ are one of Fresh Origins most popular innovations and were designed to compliment the company’s extensive line of microgreens. The miniature flowers are generally smaller than a quarter and offer various flavors, vivacious colors, shapes, and textures to elevate culinary and mixology experiences. Princess flowers, botanically classified as Tibouchina urvilleana are a semi-tropical plant belonging to the Melastomataceae plant family. The Princess flower plants are evergreen and can grow up to six feet tall with bushy shape. Micro Princess Flowers™ are much smaller than fully grown Princess flowers, making them a unique and beautiful garnish for sweet and savory recipes, as well as cocktails.
Nutritional Value
The nutritional value of Micro Princess Flowers™ have not been scientifically tested but edible flowers are known to contain high levels of antioxidants, including anthocyanins to help protect cells from damage, and flavonoids which can reduce inflammation in the body and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Applications
Micro Princess Flowers™ are best suited for raw applications and as an edible accent. The flowers should be added at the end of preparation to maintain the flower’s delicate shape and texture. Micro Princess Flowers™ are fully edible and can be used whole or the petals can be separated and spread throughout the dish. The blossoms can be sprinkled over vegetable and fruit salads, floated atop warm and cold soups and curries, or used to garnish sushi and sashimi. Micro Princess Flowers™ can elevate the look of pasta, grain dishes, and appetizers. The flowers can be frozen into ice cubes for an elegant cocktail or sparkling beverage garnish, or they can be pressed into fresh cheeses, cookies, and butter. Micro Princess Flowers™ can be used to garnish cakes, cupcakes, ice cream, sorbet, tarts, and panna cotta or they can be sprinkled over trays of passed hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The blooms pair well with chocolate, fruits such as strawberries, watermelon, stonefruit, and citrus, herbs including lavender, mint, and parsley, soft creamy cheeses, and spring vegetables like bell peppers, asparagus, zucchini, and peas. Whole MicroFlowers™ should be used immediately for best quality and will keep up to 5 days when stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In 1993, Princess flowers received the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. The Royal Horticultural Society is the United Kingdom’s leading gardening charity. The Society manages many different trial gardens across the country. The Award of Garden Merit was created to help at-home gardeners choose plants that are likely to perform well in a regular garden setting. Plants awarded the Garden Merit Award are considered to be excellent for ordinary use, easily available, hearty, and reasonably resistant to pests. Plants being considered for the award are put through a plant trial on a royal garden plot where multiple selections of the same plant are planted side by side for comparison. Plants can be submitted by nurseries, individuals, and breeders and may be grown from seeds or clippings. The trials are then assessed by a panel of plant experts who judge a variety of aspects of the plant. The panels assessments are submitted to the Royal Horticultural Society’s Plant Committee, who in turn chooses which plants are worthy of the Garden Merit.
Geography/History
Princess flowers are native to South America where it can be found growing wild from Sao Paulo to Rio Grande in Brazil. The plant was spread throughout the Americas and has naturalized in Colombia, Central America, and the Hawaiian Islands. Princess flower plants were introduced to California in the early 20th century, where they were sold under many different names. Micro Princess Flowers™ are a trademarked flower grown and distributed by Fresh Origins Farm, located in San Marcos, California. The farm is located thirty miles North of San Diego and was established in the mid- 1990s. Fresh Origins uses the mild and sunny Southern California climate to produce flavorful, attractive, and unique microgreens, petite greens, and edible flowers year-round. Fresh Origins has the highest-level third-party food safety auditing program and is a certified member of the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement. Micro Princess Flowers™ can be found through select distribution partners of Fresh Origins across the United States and Canada.
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| Madi | San Diego CA | 320-491-1217 |
| Coco Maya by Miss Bs - Bar | San Diego CA | 858-245-3780 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 951-756-9357 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Mission Bay Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 858-488-0501 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
| Belmont Park Cannonball | San Diego CA | 858-228-9283 |
