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

Thomas Elias , Peter Dykeman
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
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April 7 2009

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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“Hundreds of edible species are included...[This] handy paperback guide includes jelly, jam, and pie recipes, a seasonal key to plants, [and a] chart listing nutritional contents.”—Booklist

 

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


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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Full color-photos sorted by season. Nuff said. Mar 16 2010
Format:Paperback
This book features color photos almost exclusively, and each entry has the common name, scientific name, region of proliferation, as well as preperation and foraging tips.

I did a *lot* of research before buying this book, and the main thing I appreciated was the fact that the book has full-color pictures. My only caveat would be that the description said "north eastern" North America, yet only a small percentage of Atlantic Canadian plants are featured. Still a 5-star book in my honest opinion.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Only Fair for Identification Sep 6 2002
Format:Paperback
Identification of edible species is what I want, with emphasis on the first word. From my experience in identifying tree species and other plant ID handbooks, I'd call this one mediocre. The photos are often close-ups with no indication of scale, so size is unknown. Details are not included. Root structure and overall plant structure are seldom shown. ID often depends on flowers, present only for a few weeks of the year. Variation among species is so widespread that I'd recommend at least two good books, with better illustrations than those found here. Drawings, though not "natural", often provide better clues to identity by showing roots, structure, etc.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
What makes this book rare and most useful is the listings are by the four seasons as well as habitat or areas grown or found in, so you know when to actually look for a specific plant. There is a small symbol next to each plant to show you how the plant can be utilized, like foraging for food, medicinal etc. I also like that the book covers look alike, since this may well save your life. The graphics used etc are superb. And the recipes are useful. This is one of those books any self sufficient rural or mountain person will own and use.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Never judge a book by it's cover...
I really enjoy using this field guide, it has a lot of listings and even helped me identify a few I didn't know. Read more
Published on Nov 18 2008 by The Mittons.
5.0 out of 5 stars A 'must' for people interested in edible wild plants
My only regret about this book is that it isn't longer!

The plants are organized by season, and every plant has a small map to show what regions it grows in. Read more

Published on Jun 12 2004 by Leslie G Nelson
5.0 out of 5 stars Learning Edible Plants
This books shows, in an easy to understand format-in my opinion-a person how to identify wild edible plants that they can harvest (some even in their own backyard). Read more
Published on Oct 6 2002
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Eating what you find in the wild can be a life saver. Learn about plants, not just N. American, but any place in the world that you might be called to serve.
Published on May 20 2002 by "jackrabbitman"
5.0 out of 5 stars From our garden
We have found many edible plants near our house -- we call it "Heaven's Garden."
Published on April 30 2002 by "v-t"
5.0 out of 5 stars Survival guide -- or what to eat when...
While you may find that something that is growing in your own back yard could cut down on the grocery bill, this book is also a great tool for a writer, and that is my view. Read more
Published on April 27 2002 by Victoria Tarrani
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't go camping without this one
This Outdoor Life Book, while it follows the typical field guide format with nice glossy pages and clear, crisp color identification photos with full plant descriptions, is... Read more
Published on April 7 2002 by Jessica Ferguson
3.0 out of 5 stars a good book on the subject
I would actually rate this 3 and a half stars. Good information and pretty good photos, however, I have had a (very) small amount of frustration using this book because photos... Read more
Published on Sep 3 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, one of the best wild food guides
Unlike many such guides, most of the pictures are very good. Many will be surprised what edible food is growing out of their yard or in the woods and fields next door. Read more
Published on April 2 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a book that all who play outdoors ought to have.
I bought this book to use to gather wild plants for making homemade wines, but now it's a companion whenever I go hiking, fishing, camping, or merely sightseeing. Read more
Published on July 2 1998 by Jack B. Keller, Jr.
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