>Rhododendron will not cause insanity (permanently) but it will make you
>sick.  Toxins in the nectar.

Not strictly true.

Yes, some types of Rhododendron, in particular the Himalayan originating
types, have this. But Rhododendron is also a frequently sold speciality
honey from the Pyrenees region and some other parts of France. I suspect
it is gathered in other parts too. I think this comes from a European
originating type.

I like it, have eaten lots of it, have some in stock here now, and it is
a fairly frequently traded honey for a niche market. We used to pack it
for Fortnum and Mason in London, before the contract passed to another
business.

Light coloured, best sold as a near white crystallised honey, with an
attractive floral flavour and just a hint of spiciness.

--
Murray McGregor

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