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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.

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Wild Parsnip, Flagrant Foilage but a Tasty Taproot

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Wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), is a fairly well known biennial garden vegetable and a member of the carrot and parsley

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Eastern Prickly Pear, Hardy Spines Hiding a Sweet Treat

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Eastern prickly pear (Opuntia humifusa), is a species of cacti that is a common occurrence in sandy and dry soils

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Evening Primrose, a Nutritious and Medicinal Garden Favorite

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Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis), is a common weed, or wildflower, found throughout the northeastern and midwestern states. Other curious names

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Waterlily, a Decorative and Nutritious Wild Edible

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Waterlily (Nymphaea spp.), a beautiful, staple feature in many garden ponds. But did you know the ornate water lily is

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Yellow Pond Lily, Cheerful Blooms and Popcorn like Snacks

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Yellow pond lily (Nuphar spp.), is the name given to a number of species within the Nymphaeaceae family. With the

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American Lotus, Fun to Forage and Highly Nutritious

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American Lotus (Nelumbo lutea), are the bright eye catching lotus flowers that have likely caught your eye across lakes, ponds

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Watercress, a Peppery Wild Edible with Informed Foraging

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Watercress (Nasturtium officinale), is a peppery flavored, perennial member of the mustard family, Brassicaceae. A leafy plant that favors very

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Mulberry, Wild Sweet Fruits and Favored in the Silk Industry

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Mulberry (Morus spp.), is a commonly occurring tree found across the states. It features in a number of nursery rhymes

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Image of Blooming Bright Yellow Chamomile Flower.
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Chamomile: Just a tinge brightens up your day

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An Introduction to Chamomile: Chamomile is a famous flowering herb commonly used in various teas plus medicine along with food

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Vibrant Green Korean Ginseng growing naturally.
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Ginseng: Energy one sprinkle at a time

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Title and Common name: Ginseng is a highly beneficial root and an effective one at that. Forming up the Genus

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Purple Flowers of Oregano blooming upright.
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Oregano: A baker’s aromatic best friend

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An Introduction to Oregano: Oregano is a member of the mint family known for its culinary and medicinal uses. The

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Pots of fresh lemongrass growing in a nursery.
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Lemongrass: When life gives you lemongrass make tea!

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An Introduction to Lemon Grass: Lemongrass is an herb from the grass family that should be on everyone’s grocery list.

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Rosemary Happily growing alongside other plants
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Rosemary: A fragrant blessing in herby disguise

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An Introduction to Rosemary: Rosemary is a very aromatic perennial herb which has thin leaves and flowers of distinct shades.

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Partridge Berry, a Nutritious Trailside Treat

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Partridge Berry (Mitchella repens), is a low growing, evergreen vine that trails along forest and woodland floors. It is native

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Wild Mint, Fragrant Leaves and Digestive Aid

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Wild mint (Mentha spp.), belongs to a genus of heavily fragrant and aromatic plants. The Mentha genus is the eponymous

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Pineapple Weed, Edible Flowers with a Fruity Flavoring

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Pineapple weed (Matricaria discoidea), is an invasive annual within the United States, originally endemic to Eastern Russia and Asia. It

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Common Mallow, a Wild Edible Often Found in Lawns

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Common mallow (Malva neglecta), is an annual plant, very commonly thought of as a weed. Originally native to Europe and

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Bugleweed, Wild Edible and Alternative Herbal Remedy

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Bugleweed (Lycopus spp.), is a genus of plants within the mint and nettle family Lamiaceae. The family contains just over

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Peppergrass, Abundant and with a Delicious Peppered Flavor

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Peppergrass (Lepidium spp.), is the common name given to a collection of plants belonging to the Brassica family. The genus

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Wild Lettuce, Tasty Greens and Valued Herbal Remedies

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Wild lettuce (Lactuca spp.) refers to a collective genus of plants from the daisy family ‘Asteraceae’. The most recognisable member

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