Variety traits
Taste and aroma of foamflower
Tiarella L.
Tiarella is classified as an ornamental perennial; therefore, no standardized taste or aroma metrics exist for it. Descriptive characteristics are subjective in nature or indicate the presence of astringent properties in the foliage that deter animals from grazing on the plant.
In the reference 4 varieties crop Foamflower, where this is mentioned in the description.
No agronomic scales for evaluating taste and aroma have been developed for Tiarella L., as these traits are not breeding objectives. In cultivar descriptions, the plant's leaves are sometimes characterized as having an astringent taste, which serves a defensive function by reducing the plant's appeal to deer and rabbits.
Some varieties, such as Tiarella 'Pink Bouquet', are described as mildly fragrant with honey notes in the inflorescences. These characteristics are purely subjective and have no relevance to nutritional value or commercial agronomy, where priority is given to winter hardiness, ornamental qualities, and growth habit.
General information about the subject — on the page Taste and aroma.
Varieties of Foamflower mentioned in the description
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