The Effect of Edible Coatings on Postharvest Longevity, Fresh Weight Loss, and Mineral Content of Edible Chrysanthemum Flowers

Key Points

• This research examines how edible coatings influence the longevity, weight retention, and mineral content of edible chrysanthemums after harvest.
• Used various edible coatings on chrysanthemum flowers pre-harvest
• Measured fresh weight loss over time
• Assessed mineral content at regular intervals
• Edible coatings significantly increased postharvest longevity of chrysanthemum flowers
• There was a reduction in fresh weight loss compared to uncoated flowers
• Higher mineral content was preserved in flowers treated with specific coatings