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Foraging Arizona

Author : Christopher Nyerges
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493052020
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Foraging Arizona written by Christopher Nyerges and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-11-01 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arizona is a diverse area from the Colorado Plateau to the lowland basin and range areas of the Sonoran desert. Foraging Arizona addresses all the traditional plants from mesquite, amaranth, and cactus fruits, to the common urban weeds such as purslane, mallow, and lambs quarter. You'll learn about the edible wild foods and healthful herbs of Arizona. Organized by botanical families with a helpful guide to the environmental zone, this is an authoritative guide for nature lovers and gastronomes. Use Foraging Arizona as a field guide or as a delightful armchair read. No matter what you're looking for, whether it’s history of how native plants were used or how you can forage some of your meals at home or on hiking trips, this guide will enhance your next backpacking trip or easy stroll around the garden. Inside you'll find: Detailed descriptions of edible plants Tips on finding, preparing, and using foraged foods A glossary of botanical terms Full-color photos

Food Plants of the Sonoran Desert

Author : Wendy C. Hodgson
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
ISBN 13 : 9780816520602
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (26 download)

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Book Synopsis Food Plants of the Sonoran Desert by : Wendy C. Hodgson

Download or read book Food Plants of the Sonoran Desert written by Wendy C. Hodgson and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2001-03 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Food Plants of the Sanoran Desert includes not only plants such as gourds and legumes but also unexpected food sources such as palms, lilies, and cattails, all of which have provided nutrition to desert peoples. Each species entry lists recorded names and describes indigenous uses, which often include nonfood therapeutic and commodity applications. The agave, for example, is cited for its use as food and for alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, syrup, fiber, cordage, clothing, sandals, nets, blankets, lances, fire hearths, musical instruments, hedgerows, soap, and medicine, and for ceremonial purposes. The agave entry includes information on harvesting, roasting, and consumption - and on distinguishing between edible and inedible varieties.".

Foraging Arizona

Author : Christopher Nyerges
Publisher : Falcon Guides
ISBN 13 : 9781493052011
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Foraging Arizona written by Christopher Nyerges and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2020 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arizona is a diverse area from the Colorado Plateau to the lowland basin and range areas of the Sonoran desert. Foraging Arizona addresses all the traditional plants from mesquite, amaranth, and cactus fruits, to the common urban weeds such as purslane, mallow, and lambs quarter. You'll learn about the edible wild foods and healthful herbs of Arizona. Organized by botanical families with a helpful guide to the environmental zone, this is an authoritative guide for nature lovers and gastronomes. Use Foraging Arizona as a field guide or as a delightful armchair read. No matter what you're looking for, whether it's history of how native plants were used or how you can forage some of your meals at home or on hiking trips, this guide will enhance your next backpacking trip or easy stroll around the garden. Inside you'll find: Detailed descriptions of edible plants Tips on finding, preparing, and using foraged foods A glossary of botanical terms Full-color photos

Wild Edible Plants of Arizona

Author : Charles W Kane
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780998287133
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (871 download)

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Download or read book Wild Edible Plants of Arizona written by Charles W Kane and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Serving up 58 calorically/nutritionally important wild edibles for the prepper, plant utilitarian, or curious hiker/camper, Wild Edible Plants of Arizona has the distinction of being the only state-specific guide of its kind in print. Field-portable and information-salient, readers will find the material's utility on-point and handy. A discussion of each plant's edible use and preparation is the booklet's primary aim, though space is also given to range and habitat, medicinal uses, cautions, and noteworthy special considerations. Helpful additions include sustenance ratings (low, medium, or high), collection timing and desired plant-part indicators, 58 Arizona-only county-location maps, over 160 color photos, and a 450-listing general index.

Field Guide to Forest & Mountain Plants of Northern Arizona

Author : Judith D. Springer
Publisher : Ecological Restoration Institute Northern Arizona University
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 700 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Book Synopsis Field Guide to Forest & Mountain Plants of Northern Arizona by : Judith D. Springer

Download or read book Field Guide to Forest & Mountain Plants of Northern Arizona written by Judith D. Springer and published by Ecological Restoration Institute Northern Arizona University. This book was released on 2009 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Eating on the Wild Side

Author : Nina L. Etkin
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
ISBN 13 : 9780816520671
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (26 download)

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Download or read book Eating on the Wild Side written by Nina L. Etkin and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2000-11 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People have long used wild plants as food and medicine, and for a myriad of other important cultural applications. While these plants and the foraging activities associated with them have been dismissed by some observers as secondary or supplementaryÑor even backwardÑtheir contributions to human survival and well-being are more significant than is often realized. Eating on the Wild Side spans the history of human-plant interactions to examine how wild plants are used to meet medicinal, nutritional, and other human needs. Drawing on nonhuman primate studies, evidence from prehistoric human populations, and field research among contemporary peoples practicing a range of subsistence strategies, the book focuses on the processes and human ecological implications of gathering, semidomestication, and cultivation of plants that are unfamiliar to most of us. Contributions by distinguished cultural and biological anthropologists, paleobotanists, primatologists, and ethnobiologists explore a number of issues such as the consumption of unpalatable and famine foods, the comparative assessment of aboriginal diets with those of colonists and later arrivals, and the apparent self-treatment by sick chimpanzees with leaves shown to be pharmacologically active. Collectively, these articles offer a theoretical framework emphasizing the cultural evolutionary processes that transform plants from wild to domesticatedÑwith many steps in betweenÑwhile placing wild plant use within current discussions surrounding biodiversity and its conservation. Eating on the Wild Side makes an important contribution to our understanding of the links between biology and culture, describing the interface between diet, medicine, and natural products. By showing how various societies have successfully utilized wild plants, it underscores the growing concern for preserving genetic diversity as it reveals a fascinating chapter in the human ecology. CONTENTS 1. The Cull of the Wild, Nina L. Etkin Selection 2. Agriculture and the Acquisition of Medicinal Plant Knowledge, Michael H. Logan & Anna R. Dixon 3. Ambivalence to the Palatability Factors in Wild Food Plants, Timothy Johns 4. Wild Plants as Cultural Adaptations to Food Stress, Rebecca Huss-Ashmore & Susan L. Johnston Physiologic Implications of Wild Plant Consumption 5. Pharmacologic Implications of "Wild" Plants in Hausa Diet, Nina L. Etkin & Paul J. Ross 6. Wild Plants as Food and Medicine in Polynesia, Paul Alan Cox 7. Characteristics of "Wild" Plant Foods Used by Indigenous Populations in Amazonia, Darna L. Dufour & Warren M. Wilson 8. The Health Significance of Wild Plants for the Siona and Secoya, William T. Vickers 9. North American Food and Drug Plants, Daniel M. Moerman Wild Plants in Prehistory 10. Interpreting Wild Plant Foods in the Archaeological Record, Frances B. King 11. Coprolite Evidence for Prehistoric Foodstuffs, Condiments, and Medicines, Heather B. Trigg, Richard I. Ford, John G. Moore & Louise D. Jessop Plants and Nonhuman Primates 12. Nonhuman Primate Self-Medication with Wild Plant Foods, Kenneth E. Glander 13. Wild Plant Use by Pregnant and Lactating Ringtail Lemurs, with Implications for Early Hominid Foraging, Michelle L. Sauther Epilogue 14. In Search of Keystone Societies, Brien A. Meilleur

Foraging Wild Edible Plants & Mushrooms of Arizona

Author : Stephen Fleming
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780645454444
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (544 download)

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Download or read book Foraging Wild Edible Plants & Mushrooms of Arizona written by Stephen Fleming and published by . This book was released on 2022-11-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are looking for a short, crisp, and visually pleasing account of all Foraging steps to Arizona, this is where you land!

Foraging the Wild South

Author : Shannon Warner
Publisher : Rowan's Publishing, LLC.
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 447 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Foraging the Wild South written by Shannon Warner and published by Rowan's Publishing, LLC.. This book was released on 2023-11-02 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure like no other? Discover the untamed flavors of the Wild South. This captivating book is your ticket to a world of mouthwatering, wild-grown treasures hidden right in your backyard. Key Benefits of This Book: Unlock Nature's Bounty: Learn to identify, harvest, and enjoy over 140 delicious and nutritious wild plants that thrive in the Texas and Southwest region. From succulent cacti to flavorful berries, expand your palate with the unique tastes of the wilderness. Foraging Safely: Safeguard your foraging journey with expert guidance on plant identification, safety tips, and ethical foraging practices. This book is your trusted companion, ensuring you feast on nature's bounty without risk. Culinary Creativity: Elevate your cooking to new heights with 40+ inventive recipes that incorporate wild ingredients. Explore the limitless possibilities of wild edible plants, from savory dishes to sweet treats. Seasonal Foraging: Navigate the seasons easily, as this book provides insights into when and where to find each plant, ensuring you make the most of nature's offerings year-round. Beautifully Illustrated: Immerse yourself in the vibrant, detailed photos accompanying each plant description. These visuals make plant identification a breeze and enhance your foraging experience. Expert Guidance: Written by experienced foragers, this book combines scientific knowledge with practical know-how. You'll gain insights into the cultural and historical significance of these plants, connecting with the region's rich heritage. Family-Friendly: Engage the whole family in this exciting adventure. Teach your children about the wonders of nature while bonding over foraging and cooking delicious meals together. Preserve Tradition: Rediscover the age-old tradition of foraging passed down through generations. Become a steward of the land by understanding and respecting the natural world around you. Dive into the flavors of the Wild South, enrich your culinary repertoire, and reconnect with nature's abundance. "Foraging the Wild South" is your passport to a world of adventure, flavor, and ecological awareness. Join the foraging community today!

Arizona Edible Wild Plants Foraging

Author : Edward M Rinaldi
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (762 download)

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Download or read book Arizona Edible Wild Plants Foraging written by Edward M Rinaldi and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an epicurean adventure with "Arizona Edible Wild Plants Foraging: Your Guide to Harvesting and Utilizing Wild Edibles and Medicinal Plants in The Grand Canyon State" a groundbreaking guide that transcends the ordinary, inviting you to savor the untamed flavors of the Grand Canyon State. Immerse yourself in the benefits of sustainable foraging as you traverse Arizona's diverse ecosystems. This comprehensive guide is your passport to a world where succulent berries, nourishing greens, and wholesome tubers become not just ingredients but gateways to vitality and connection with nature. Discover the nutritional richness hidden in the heart of the desert and make every foraged bite a celebration of health and well-being. This isn't just a book; it's your companion in forging a deeper connection with the land. Unearth the secrets of the arid terrain with essential foraging tools, identify flora with precision, and elevate your culinary prowess with cooking techniques that transform wild edibles into gastronomic delights. But the journey doesn't stop at the plate; it's a lifestyle guide for those who seek to harmonize with the rhythms of the natural world. Crafted with precision and passion, "Arizona Edible Wild Plants Foraging" is a testament to quality. Backed by meticulous research and presented in an engaging format, this guide ensures that every nugget of information is not just accurate but also a pleasure to discover. Expect clarity in plant profiles, in-depth insights into foraging locations, and a culinary journey that seamlessly blends science, art, and tradition. Are you ready to transform your relationship with food and nature? Take the plunge into a world of flavors that only Arizona can offer. Whether you're an avid forager or a curious soul eager to explore the edible wonders of the desert, this guide beckons you to step into a realm where every plant tells a story and every meal becomes a celebration of the land. Seize this opportunity to not just read a book but to embark on a transformative journey. "Arizona Edible Wild Plants Foraging" is more than words on pages; it's an invitation to rekindle your connection with the earth, to savor the untamed, and to become a steward of the bountiful landscapes that define Arizona. Let this guide be your compass, your inspiration, and your key to a culinary and ecological adventure like no other. Don't just read about the bounty; make it yours!

Edible Plants

Author : Jimmy Fike
Publisher : Indiana University Press
ISBN 13 : 1684351707
Total Pages : 247 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (843 download)

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Download or read book Edible Plants written by Jimmy Fike and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2022-03 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For over a decade, artist Jimmy Fike traveled across the continental United States in an epic effort to photograph wild edible flora. Edible Plants is the culmination of that journey, featuring over 100 photographs that Fike has selectively colorized to highlight the comestible part of the plant. While the images initially appear to be scientific illustrations or photograms from the dawn of photography when plants were placed directly on sensitized paper and exposed under the sun, a closer look reveals, according to Liesl Bradner of the Los Angeles Times, "haunting [and] eerily beautiful" photographs. Beyond instilling wonder, Fike's contemporary, place-based approach to landscape photography emphasizes our relationship to the natural world, reveals food sources, and encourages environmental stewardship. His clever and beautiful method makes it easy to identify both the specimen and its edible parts and includes detailed descriptions about the plant's wider purposes as food and medicine. Sumptuously illustrated and delightfully informative, Edible Plants is the perfect gift for anyone curious about unlocking the secrets of native North American plants.

Foraging Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC

Author : Christopher Nyerges
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493058819
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Foraging Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC written by Christopher Nyerges and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-09-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through the seasons, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. offer a continually changing list of wild, harvestable treasures. This full-color book guides you to the edible wild foods and healthful herbs of the regions and will help you identify and appreciate the local bounty. Inside you'll find: Detailed descriptions of edible plants Tips on finding, preparing, and using foraged foods A glossary of botanical terms Full-color photos

Midwest Foraging

Author : Lisa M. Rose
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604695315
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Midwest Foraging written by Lisa M. Rose and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2015-06-24 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This full color guide makes foraging accessible for beginners and is a reliable source for advanced foragers.” —Edible Chicago The Midwest offers a veritable feast for foragers, and with Lisa Rose as your trusted guide you will learn how to safely find and identify an abundance of delicious wild plants. The plant profiles in Midwest Foraging include clear, color photographs, identification tips, guidance on how to ethically harvest, and suggestions for eating and preserving. A handy seasonal planner details which plants are available during every season. Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, and North Dakota.

Southwest Medicinal Plants

Author : John Slattery
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604699116
Total Pages : 393 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Southwest Medicinal Plants written by John Slattery and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2020-02-04 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wildcraft your way to wellness! In Southwest Medicinal Plants, John Slattery is your trusted guide to finding, identifying, harvesting, and using 112 of the region’s most powerful wild plants. You’ll learn how to safely and ethically forage, and how to use wild plants in herbal medicines including teas, tinctures, and salves. Plant profiles include clear, color photographs, identification tips, medicinal uses and herbal preparations, and harvesting suggestions. Lists of what to forage for each season makes the guide useful year-round. Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers, naturalists, and herbalists in Arizona, southern California, southern Colorado, southern Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, western and central Texas, and southern Utah.

Guide to the Plants of Arizona's White Mountains

Author :
Publisher : University of New Mexico Press
ISBN 13 : 0826360696
Total Pages : 794 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (263 download)

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Download or read book Guide to the Plants of Arizona's White Mountains written by and published by University of New Mexico Press. This book was released on 2019 with total page 794 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George C. West provides a simple and quick guide written especially for amateur plant lovers, nature enthusiasts, interested hikers, tourists, and botanists who want to learn more about the plants of the White Mountains in east-central Arizona. The book is neatly organized into three parts, which include woody trees; all other annual, biennial, and perennial flowers, shrubs, and vines; and ferns. This useful guide is written in accessible language that makes it easy to identify over five hundred plant species found in the region. More than a thousand incredible color photographs of flowers, leaves, and other features provide nuanced detail that helps the reader differentiate various species of flowering plants, trees, and ferns. Guide to the Plants of Arizona's White Mountains is a must-have reference for all outdoor enthusiasts exploring this popular region of the Southwest.

Sonoran Desert Food Plants

Author : Charles W. Kane
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780998287126
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (871 download)

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Download or read book Sonoran Desert Food Plants written by Charles W. Kane and published by . This book was released on 2017-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sonoran Desert Food Plants is specifically designed for the outdoor enthusiast who is in need of a concise, no-nonsense booklet instructing on the collection, preparation, and utilization of 58 regional edible plants. Essentially: find it, gather it, and eat it. 120 color photos, 58 Arizona location maps, common and scientific names, preparation and toxicity issues, and concise medicinal and related ethnobotanical uses serve as accents making Sonoran Desert Food Plants a useful resource for any Arizona resident. The following plants are covered (49 indigenous to the Sonoran Desert/Uplands and 9 non-native yet abundant): Agave, Amaranth, Arizona Jewel Flower, Asian Mustard, Barrel Cactus, Beargrass, Biscuitroot, Bluedicks, Bowlesia, Canyon Walnut, Catclaw, Cattail, Chia, Cholla, Desert Hackberry, Desert Hollygrape, Desert Lily, Devil's Claw, Elder, Feather Tree, Flameflower, Graythorn, Ground Cherry, Hedgehog Cactus, Horse Purslane, Ironwood, Jewels of Opar, Jojoba, Lambsquarters, Lemonade Berry, London Rocket, Mallow, Mariposa lily, Mesquite, Miner's Lettuce, Monkey Flower, Paloverde, Papalo, Pellitory, Pincushion Cactus, Poreleaf, Prickly Pear, Purslane, Saguaro, Sow Thistle, Texas Mulberry, Thistle, Tumbleweed, Watercress, Wild Gourd, Wild Lettuce, Wild Oats, Wild Rhubarb, Wild Sunflower, Wolfberry, Yellowshow, Yucca (Fruit), and Yucca (Stalk).

Conserving Migratory Pollinators and Nectar Corridors in Western North America

Author : Gary Paul Nabhan
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
ISBN 13 : 0816542422
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (165 download)

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Download or read book Conserving Migratory Pollinators and Nectar Corridors in Western North America written by Gary Paul Nabhan and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2020-09-29 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nine scholarly papers employ the disciplines of comparative zoogeography and conservation biology to describe the importance of migratory pollinators and the "nectar trails" that make plant propagation possible, including such topics as stresses during migration, the role of bats and hummingbirds, the relationship between saguaros and white-winged doves, and the impact of the migration of Monarch butterflies on the plants in their path

The Forager Chef's Book of Flora

Author : Alan Bergo
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1603589481
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book The Forager Chef's Book of Flora written by Alan Bergo and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2021-06-24 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “In this remarkable new cookbook, Bergo provides stories, photographs and inventive recipes.”—Star Tribune As Seen on NBC's The Today Show! "With a passion for bringing a taste of the wild to the table, [Bergo’s] inspiration for experimentation shows in his inventive dishes created around ingredients found in his own backyard."—Tastemade From root to flower—and featuring 180 recipes and over 230 of the author’s own beautiful photographs—explore the edible plants we find all around us with the Forager Chef Alan Bergo as he breaks new culinary ground! In The Forager Chef’s Book of Flora you’ll find the exotic to the familiar—from Ramp Leaf Dumplings to Spruce Tip Panna Cotta to Crisp Fiddlehead Pickles—with Chef Bergo’s unique blend of easy-to-follow instruction and out-of-this-world inspiration. Over the past fifteen years, Minnesota chef Alan Bergo has become one of America’s most exciting and resourceful culinary voices, with millions seeking his guidance through his wildly popular website and video tutorials. Bergo’s inventive culinary style is defined by his encyclopedic curiosity, and his abiding, root-to-flower passion for both wild and cultivated plants. Instead of waiting for fall squash to ripen, Bergo eagerly harvests their early shoots, flowers, and young greens—taking a holistic approach to cooking with all parts of the plant, and discovering extraordinary new flavors and textures along the way. The Forager Chef’s Book of Flora demonstrates how understanding the different properties and growing phases of roots, stems, leaves, and seeds can inform your preparation of something like the head of an immature sunflower—as well as the lesser-used parts of common vegetables, like broccoli or eggplant. As a society, we’ve forgotten this type of old-school knowledge, including many brilliant culinary techniques that were borne of thrift and necessity. For our own sake, and that of our planet, it’s time we remembered. And in the process, we can unlock new flavors from the abundant landscape around us. “[An] excellent debut. . . . Advocating that plants are edible in their entirety is one thing, but this [book] delivers the delectable means to prove it."—Publishers Weekly "Alan Bergo was foraging in the Midwest way before it was trendy."—Outside Magazine