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Hana-nira (Flowering Garlic Chives)
花にら (Hana-nira)
Also known as: Hana-nira, Flowering garlic chives, Allium tuberosum flower stalks, 花にら
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | 花にら |
| Common Japanese notations | 花にら |
| Origin | Flowering stalks of garlic chives (Allium tuberosum); harvested before flowers open; principal Chinese-influenced cuisine ingredient |
| Typical functions | Stir-fry and Chinese-influenced cooking, Premium foodservice ingredient |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard agricultural product labeling. Not a designated allergen. |
Hana-nira (花にら) is the flowering stalks of garlic chives (Allium tuberosum), used in Chinese-influenced cuisine. Stir-fry and premium foodservice applications.
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- Fresh hana-nira
What it is
Flowering stalks of Allium tuberosum, harvested before flowers open.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Stir-fry, Chinese-influenced cooking.
For OEM: foodservice supply.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Not a designated allergen.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | China has substantial jiucaihua (韭菜花) tradition. |
| Korea | Niche specialty positioning. |
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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — 花にら
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.