Edible Flowers as a Source of Nutraceuticals

Floriculture is an important wing of horticulture which contribute to the economic development of the country. Its diversified products are exported to the foreign countries especially to USA, UK and Arab countries. This made India to compete with other countries in the global trade. Government of India has identified floriculture as a sunrise industry and accorded it with 100% export-oriented status. The floriculture products mainly include cut flowers, potted plants, cut foliage, seed bulbs, tubers, dried flowers and dry flower based artistic products.