Edible Plant List

This past camping trip has awoken a dormant interest in wild edible plants. It was Sue's intention while camping to eat a small amount of wild edibles every day. Through her interest, I have been able to start on my own path of learning in this area.

One book mentioned for a good study tool was Petersons Guide to Wild Edible Plants. I'm going to look for it online.

Ok, so....a list.

4/16/07 - Longpoint Campout
Glasswort - a spindly succulent with segment - very salty tasting. Grew all over the island
Pickerelweed - I read in Petersons that it's edible, but have not eaten any. A water plant that I've seen all over and didn't know was edible.
Pepperweed - As it sounds... peppery

3/29/08 - Oklawaha River/Weekend Workshop with Michael Rebel
Yellow Wood Sorrell - we have eaten sorrell many times but this time Lyn showed me how wonderful the flower is. The flavor of the leaves is lemony with a spinachy taste, the flowers alone are lemony and lovely, no green taste.


This is what I have so far...I'm planning on adding more as I obtain it.

Tomorrow I have the opportunity to go on a Wild Edibles walk with the Trout Lake Nature Center. I've only just found out about the trip while searching for more information online. I've called to try and sign up, but we'll see in the am if there is availability.

Hopefully the list will keep on growing!