Thursday, November 20, 2014

Wild Edibles For Sale And Why They Are Very Famous

By Ida Dorsey


Most adventurers find thrill in walking on forest trails alone. This might be scary for many but it gave way to the discovery of edible wild plants. Today, there are a lot of people who are utilizing it in their homes. And unlike before, many feel like they are more comfortable exploring alone because of the fact that these herbs are just somewhere. So even if they run out of supplies, they would never go hungry.

Knowing the names of these herbs would be easy. It is identifying them that is tricky and if you pick the wrong one, you might get poisoned. The good thing about this is the fact that most people are recognizing the benefits that it has not only for survival. Actually, most of the households in some parts of California feel like wild edibles for sale have become a staple in their grocery list.

It would also be useless if you know the name but you do not know what it is for and what the distinguishing characteristics are. Since these are already available in the market, it would also be better if you have an idea on what you can use them for. Edible and wild plants are also known for their health benefits. You would do well to take advantage of these the best way you can.

For you to be safe in choosing which specie to eat there are a few general guidelines. One of which is to not go for plants that gives off a milky textured sap. There are also those who have fine hairs or thorns in the stem, it would be best to avoid it too. You should also be wary of several beans as they are not very beneficial for your anger as well. But you need to know that these do not apply to every plant out there.

There is a long list of plants that you can eat. There are some that might even surprise. To get you covered on the basics of what they can offer, it would be better if you read on.

There are green stems that you usually see as a side dish to steaks and other delicacies. These are called asparagus and was once regarded as wild specie. It was rare before to make use of this plant but today, a lot of people are utilizing it. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The next one would be cattails. They have the appearance of the common grass. But there is a flower that is brown in color and it looks like a slim hotdog on stick. The best part to eat is the stem that is just above the roots. All the other parts can be eaten but you have to boil them first. In Europe, this is usually called as Bullrush.

There are also weeds that you can sink your teeth into. The most popular is the Chicken weed. It is also a source of a variety of nutrient. But in picking it out, you need to be careful. There is also a grass with a similar feature. The only indication that it is a chicken weed is if the sap is not milky.

Dandelions are not just plants that would look pretty in the yards. They can also be used for the meal. You can eat the leaves raw but they have to be young. Older leaves are edible but this is only good for people who can endure the bitter taste. Getting rid of the bitterness is easy. You only have to boil it.




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