Dandelion, a Surprisingly Beneficial Wild Edible
Who doesn’t know dandelions (Taraxacum officinale)? This lovely flower grows almost all around the world. You’ve likely blown fluffy dandelion
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Wild Sarsaparilla, a Native Source of Energy and Health
Despite their similar name, wild sarsaparilla (Aralia nudicaulis) is not related to the true sarsaparilla at all. Unlike true sarsaparilla
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Stinging Nettle, an Interesting Herb with Many Virtues
Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is usually dismissed as a harmful weed due to its stinging hair. But in reality, this
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Kudzu, an Invasive Weed with Hidden Virtues
Kudzu (Pueraria Montana), or also known as Japanese arrowroot, is a perennial blossoming vine which hailed from Asia. This plant
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Indian Cucumber, Tasty Edible Roots with Many Virtues
Much like may other plants in the Lily (Liliaceae), Indian cucumber (Medeola virginiana) is a good wild edible. Indian cucumber
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American Ginseng, a Truly Wonderful Panacea
Most people associate ginseng with Asia and Asian medicine. However, did you know that there are several different types of
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Marsh Mallow, the Sweet Edible that Inspired the Candy
When you hear the word “marshmallow”, you will definitely think of a puffy, white candy. And while you wouldn’t be
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Echinacea, the Gorgeous and Useful Purple Coneflowers
Purple coneflowers or echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) boomed into popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s. This North American herb gained
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Musk Mallow, Dainty and Elegant Yet Very Nutritious
With delicate pink flowers, you might not have guessed it, but the beautiful musk mallow plant (Malva moschata) is edible.
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Comfrey, Slightly Toxic but Holds So Many Health Benefits
With high nutrition contents, the common comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is very popular among herbalists. This herb has exceptional medicinal properties.
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Sassafras Root Beer
It’s not every day that you use a potentially illegal substance to cook. Sassafras(Sassafras albidum) is the key ingredient to
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Chicory Root Tea Recipe With Cinnamon
Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is a perennial herb plant. It can easily be recognized from its bright blue flowers and its
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