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Tag: edible plants
Survival in tough situations often requires knowledge of edible plants that can be found in the wild. You need information on the identification, preparation, and nutritional value of various edible plants that can be found in different regions. Here we cover how to identify plants, where to find them, which parts of the plant are edible, and how to prepare them.
Goa bean – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, (and other uses) for survival.
The edible Goa bean (also known as Winged Bean, Asparagus Pea, Four-angled Bean, or Winged Pea) is a climbing plant that may cover small shrubs and trees.
Preparing acorns to be a nutritious source of food
Many people are not aware that acorns are edible. Acorns are high in protein, fiber, carbohydrates, fats, calcium, and other minerals and with tannins removed, they offer a sweetish taste making them an excellent option for use in stews and breads. The best tasting acorns come from Emory oak, white oak, live oak, and bur…
Using plants as food in the wild – how to find, identify, test, and prepare plants for eating.
After having solved the problems of finding water, shelter, and animal food, you will have to consider the use of plants you can eat. In a survival situation you should always be on the lookout for familiar wild foods and live off the land whenever possible.
Yam bean – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, and other uses for survival.
The yam bean, commonly known as Jicama (and also known as Mexican Turnip or Mexican Potato), is a climbing plant of the bean family, with alternate, three-parted leaves and a large root.
Yam – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, and other uses for survival.
These plants are twining, tuberous vines that creep along the ground or occasionally climb trees and other structures.
Wood sorrel – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, and other uses for survival.
There are over 800 species in the Oxalis family. Wood sorrel (also known as Woodsorrels, Yellow Sorrels, or Pink Sorrels) resembles shamrock or four-leaf clover, with a bell-shaped pink, yellow, or white flower.
Wild rose – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, and other uses for survival.
The Wild Rose shrub grows 60 centimeters to 2.5 meters (24 inches to 8 feet) high. Larger stems are usually densely covered with straight prickles.
Wild rice – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, and other uses for survival.
Wild rice (also known as Canada Rice, Indian Rice, Marsh Oats, and Water Oats) is an tall, erect, aquatic grass that typically is 1 to 1.5 meters (3 to 4 feet) in height, but may reach 4.5 meters (15 feet).
Wild pistachio – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, and other uses for survival.
Wild Pistachio plants can grow as shrubs or trees up to a height of 7 meters (23 feet). It branches are spreading and form a dense crown.
