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Thursday, 3 October 2013

FFF98 - ORANGE BLOSSOM

The orange blossom is the fragrant flower of the Citrus sinensis (orange tree). It is used in perfume making, has been written about as an aphrodisiac and is the state flower of US state, Florida. It is photographed in our garden, here, where it is currently in bloom.

It is traditionally associated with good fortune and has been popular in bridal bouquets and head wreaths for weddings. Orange blossom essence is an important component in the making of perfume. The petals of orange blossom can also be made into a delicately citrus-scented version of rosewater; orange blossom water (aka orange flower water), a common part of both French cuisine and Middle Eastern cuisine (most often as an ingredient in desserts and baked goods).

 In the United States, orange flower water is used to make orange blossom scones and marshmallows. Orange blossom honey (citrus honey) is produced by putting beehives in the citrus groves during blooming period. This also pollinates seeded citrus varieties. Orange blossom honey is highly prized and tastes much like the fruit.

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9 comments:

  1. Unknown3 October 2013 at 12:01

    A very pretty flower.

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  2. Unknown3 October 2013 at 12:27

    Love any white flower - thanks for sharing all the uses of it! Oh yeah, the USA couldn't do without marshmellows:)

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  3. Birgitta3 October 2013 at 13:27

    Beautiful, pretty flower!

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  4. Carole M.3 October 2013 at 13:57

    lovely Nic; the orange blossoms have such a fantastic aroma too

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  5. Gemma Wiseman3 October 2013 at 14:12

    It's been a long time since I last saw orange blossom. Almost forgot what it looked like. It's almost like a mini version of a passion flower. Lovely photo. (I notice you have represented all the rain Melbourne has had lately.)

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  6. Jim3 October 2013 at 14:56

    I can smell the scent from here.

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  7. Sara Chapman3 October 2013 at 21:17

    Oh, I love orange blossoms. I was lucky enough to experience the scent from a grove of orange trees. Heavenly.

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  8. Anonymous4 October 2013 at 01:04

    Hello,
    so beautiful, and the aroma was amazing!
    Wish you a nice weekend
    moni


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  9. Rose Garden Malevik5 October 2013 at 03:04

    I think it is really beautiful :)
    and do mot miss.....

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