Why did Toona sinensis buds become "noble vegetables"?

Toona sinensis is a vegetable growing in the north of China. It is popular because of its unique taste and fragrance. However, in the Qing Dynasty, Toona sinensis became an aristocratic dish. Why?

The unique taste and aroma of Toona sinensis

Toona sinensis grows in the north of the Yellow River, especially in Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei. Its planting time is strict, and it can only be picked when spring comes. Toona sinensis is one of people's favorite dishes because of its unique taste and faint sweetness.

Influenced by the imperial court

During the Qing dynasty, the court's food culture developed greatly. Toona sinensis is regarded as a high-grade food by the court because of its special taste and aroma. Some nobles in the court began to plant and buy Toona sinensis in large quantities, and regarded it as a way to show their identity and status.

Origin and planting method of Toona sinensis

The origin and planting methods of Toona sinensis were also influenced by the imperial court. During the Qing dynasty, the court's grain purchase and planting were very strict, and only some specific areas and specific ways could grow high-quality Toona sinensis. These areas are generally located in the north of the Yellow River, and their planting methods are extremely special, requiring special fertilizers and planting techniques.

Socialization and etiquette

During the Qing Dynasty, sociality and etiquette were very important. Toona sinensis was regarded as a high-end social and etiquette product because of its special taste and aroma. Some nobles will pick Toona sinensis on specific occasions to show their status and identity.

Based on the above reasons, Toona sinensis became an aristocratic dish, mainly influenced by the court in the Qing Dynasty. At the same time, Toona sinensis has become a high-end food because of the special restrictions on its origin and planting methods.