Butternut (Juglans cinerea) is a native tree with edible nuts. It can be found in rich soil and abandoned fields. Populations in Connecticut are decreasing
Fox grapes (Vitis labrusca) are our largest native grape species. They are the ancestor to the Concord grape. Fox grapes can be found in partial
Marsh mallow (Althaea officinalis) is the plant that marshmallows came from. It is an introduced perennial that can be found in marshes and wetlands. Marsh
Beach pea (Lathyrus japonicus) is a native perennial with edible pods that are similar to cultivated peas. Beach pea can be found along beaches in
Glasswort (Salicornia spp.) is a native, edible plant with salty, succulent stems. It can be found in salt marshes and coastal areas. Glasswort, also called
Pickerelweed (Pontederia cordata) is a native perennial that can be found in shallow water such as the edges of ponds. Pickerelweed can be identified by
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Would an entry on wild grapes be created? I know, that wild grapes grow along the River Raisin in southeastern Michigan (where I grew up, even though I was unaware of that fact until I was about 18). I read, also, that wild grapes grow somewhere in Texas, if I recall accurately.
I ask this question because the contact us page seems spotty.
(P.S. What about edible plants in, say, Idaho State and its neighbors? I have a cookbook Cooking with Wild Berries & Fruits of the Rocky Mountain States by Teresa Marrone. Don’t forget making an entry for white mulberries!)
Thanks for letting me know about my contact page. I did an update and the contact form deactivated. I wasn’t aware of it until I read your message, so thanks again. I agree with you that I should do an entry on wild grapes and red and white mulberries. I have grapes on my to do list already, I’ll add wild mulberries. Thanks again for the input.