Cow Parsnip, Crisp Greens and a Surprisingly Aromatic Herb
Cow parsnips (Heracleum maximum), are a species of perennials native to the middle west and temperate north of the US
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Edible Wild 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.
Day Lily, an Ornate and Versatile Edible
Day lily (Hemerocallis fulva), commonly known as orange day lily or tiger daylily, is a bright, showy and greatly recognisable
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Jerusalem Artichoke, Bold Flowers and Flavorful Tubers
Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus), is a perennial plant and a member of the sunflower family. Its bright yellow, and proudly
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Honey Locust, Menacing Thorns Protecting a Sweet Treat
Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos), is a deciduous tree and a member of the bean/pea family. It bears long seed filled
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Ash, a Wild Edible with a Threatened Future
Ash (Fraxinus spp.), refers to a collective genus of large flowering, deciduous trees. They can be found throughout the world,
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Cleavers Bedstraw, an Edible Weed with a Diverse History
Cleavers Bedstraw (Galium aparine), is a herbaceous weed that we may be familiar with from childhood. It’s other common names
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Wild Strawberry, an Age-Old and Fruitful Favorite
Wild Strawberry (Fragaria spp.), a coveted wild edible favorite. The most commonly occurring species in the Northern hemisphere is the
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Fireweed, Love it or Hate it, a Bold and Versatile Herb
Fireweed (Erechtites hieraciifolius), is a herb that many will either love or hate. As a member of the daisy family,
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Persimmons, Succulent and Sweet Winter Fruits
Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana), is a tree that many may already be familiar with. A native to the forests and woodlands
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Chufa (Nut Grass), Sweet, Nutty and Nutritious Tubers
Chufa (Cyperus esculentus), is an annual sedge found throughout most of the world. Originally thought to be native to Africa,
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Hazelnuts, A Wild Favorite for Many Foragers
Hazelnuts (Corylus spp.) are the familiar produce of the hazel shrub. A deciduous plant that is native to southeast Canada
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Day Flower, A Dainty and Overlooked Wild Edible
Day flowers (Commelina spp.), are a group of flowering plants that inhabit all corners of the world, from Australia to
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Spring Beauty, Dainty Flowers and a Tasty Potato Alternative
Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica), or eastern spring beauty as its commonly called, is a small perennial plant native to the
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Ox-eye daisy, Simple Beauty with Edible Leaves and Flowers
Ox-eye daisies (Leucanthemum vulgare) are a species of flowering perennials that grow throughout the world. They are originally native to
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Thistle, Nutritious and Beautiful on the Inside
Thistles (Cirsium spp.), are a diverse group of plants, noted for their spiky and impenetrable exteriors. There are species native
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Chicory, a Tasty Potherb and Coffee Alternative
Chicory (Cichorium intybus), is a small perennial herb originally native to Europe. Due to farming, and it being used within
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Lamb’s Quarters, Easy to Forage Leafy Green
Lamb’s Quarters (Chenopodium album), is a fast spreading weed found throughout the world. It is originally thought to be a
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Shepherd’s Purse, a Bountiful Potherb with Mild and Peppery Flavor
Shepherd’s purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris) is a member of the mustard family, Brassicaceae. Its name has been influenced by the shape
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Wild Mustard, an Abundant Edible with Delicious Spice
Wild Mustard (Sinapis arvensis) is a species of plant that belongs to the broad, mustard family (Brassicaceae). This family contains
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Huckleberry, Nutritious Fruits That Deserve the Spotlight Once Again
Huckleberry (Vaccinium and Gaylussacia) are a group of fruiting trees and shrubs that belong to the heather family Ericaceae. The family contains a
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