Edible Wild Plants: A North American Field Guide to Over 200 Natural Foods

“Beautiful color photographs . . . temptingly arranged.”—The Library Letter

Planning an outdoor adventure? Make sure to consult this information-packed and photo-filled North American field guide—arranged by season and region—before you go!

Already a huge success in previous editions, this must-have field guide now features a fresh new cover, as well as nearly 400 color photos and detailed information on more than 200 species of edible plants all across North America.

With all the plants conveniently organized by season, enthusiasts will find it very simple to locate and identify their desired ingredients. Each entry includes images, plus facts on the plant’s habitat, physical properties, harvesting, preparation, and poisonous look-alikes. The introduction contains tempting recipes and there’s a quick-reference seasonal key for each plant.

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It has never been easier for nature explorers to locate and identify their desired ingredients.

Identify more than 200 species of edible plants all across North America with this travel-sized guide.

Includes nearly 400 color photos and detailed information arranged by season and region.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Union Square & Co.
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 7, 2009
Edition ‏ : ‎ Reissue ed.
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1402767153
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1402767159
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.1 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.42 x 0.69 x 8.28 inches