False Solomon’s Seal in the US
False Solomon’s seal (Maianthemum racemosum) is a flowering plant that’s commonly found in many parts of the US and Canada,
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Edible Plants
A Basic skill of any survivalist, woodsman, naturalist, herbalist, apocalypticist, hobbyist or hunter. Being able to identify wild edible plants has an almost mystic image because throughout history this skill done correctly leads to life and incorrectly could lead to illness or death. This is one of the oldest and most respected skills worldwide. Foraging for wild edible plants has always been one of the foundations for mankind’s ability to survive and thrive in different climates.
Salicornia rubra: Nature’s Red Beans
What is Red Saltwort? Salicornia rubra is a variety of saltwort plants, which are part of the Amaranth family. While
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Salicornia virginica, the Wild Pickle
What is Pickleweed? Salicornia virginica is the scientific name for the plant known as pickleweed. Pickleweed is also known as
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A Brief History of the Pumpkin – From Ice-age Megafauna to New England Pumpkin Pie
The star of the autumn garden is the pumpkin! This iconic squash’s round shape and bright orange color are found
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Narrowleaf Dock, A Eurasian Native Weed
Introduction to Narrowleaf Dock Narrowleaf dock is a species of flowering plant that is part of the knotweed family, known
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Fireweed in the Pacific Northwest
Fireweed (Chamerion angustifolium) is a tall, edible wildflower that’s common in many parts of the United States, but especially areas
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Common Orach: Nature’s Wild Spinach
Introduction to Common Orach Atriplex patula, known as common orach, is a succulent-like plant that is native to Europe and
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Broadleaved Arrowhead in the Eastern US
Broadleaved arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia) is a wild edible plant that is common in wetland areas in the Eastern United States.
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Arumleaved Arrowhead in the West and Northeastern US
Arum-leaved arrowhead (Sagittaria cuneata) is a wild edible plant that is common in wetland areas in the Pacific Northwest, most
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Western Bistort: A Native American Staple wild edible
Western Bistort (Polygonum bistortoides) is a common wildflower that can be found in Alpine, Subalpine, and Meadow habitats throughout
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Marsh Marigold; Proceed with Caution
Common names for plants and plant species can be confusing. A single plant could have several common names. And a
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Hard & Soft Stemmed Bulrush, the Muddied, Hearty Roots
History of the Bulrush plants Bulrush is a type of sedge plant that is a part of the Cyperaceae family.
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Sweet Coltsfoot; A plant of many names…
It’s important to do your homework before you begin your foraging journey. Although we often rely on common names for
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Bitterroot: The Bitter Expedition Plant
Introducing Bitterroot Lewisia rediviva is known commonly as Bitterroot, a plant that is a part of the Montiaceae family and
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Arrowleaf Balsamroot: The Hearty, Heavy Edible Plant
Intro to Arrowleaf Balsamroot Balsamorhiza sagittata, also known as arrowleaf balsamroot, is a flowering plant that is a member of
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Bear Grass, Resilient Rhizomes
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) gets its name from the observations of bears eating the young fleshy stems and Grizzly bears
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Prickly Pear Cactus: What it is and How to Use it
The Opuntia Columbiana, also known as the Prickly Pear cactus, is a perennial plant that grows in northeast Oregon and
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Mountain Sorrel, Lemon Leaves of the North
Mountain sorrel (Oxyria digyna) is a common wild edible plant of the buckwheat family and can be found while foraging
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Wild Mustard in the Pacific Northwest
Wild mustard (Brassica rapa) is a wild herb of the mustard family that’s used widely across the globe, especially in
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Wild Asparagus, A Grocery Store Staple Gone Feral
When it comes to Asparagus (Asparagus Officinalis), the culinary world is abundant with recipes to sate any palate. What you
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