The diverse geography of Texas overflows with edible plant species. From elderberry to amaranth and dandelion to cactus, Foraging Texas guides you to 92 edible wild foods and healthful herbs of the state. This valuable reference guide will help you identify and appreciate the wild bounty of the Lone Star State. Foraging Texas provides all of the information you need about wild foods in the state: Detailed descriptions and full-color photos of edible plants Tips on finding, preparing, and using foraged foods Recipes suitable for the trail and at home Botanical terms and diagrams complete with an illustrated bibliography Distribution maps for every plant

Originally published: Practical guide to edible and useful plants. Austin, Tex.: Texas Monthly Press, c1987.

The "Texas Edible Wild Plants Foraging" is the ultimate handbook for anyone interested in foraging and cooking wild edibles in the vast state of Texas. This comprehensive guidebook is specifically tailored to the unique flora and fauna found in Texas, providing an extensive collection of wild edible plants and detailed instructions on how to find, identify, and prepare them. Highlights: 1. Extensive Collection: With a diverse range of ecosystems and plant species, Texas offers a wealth of wild edibles. This handbook compiles a wide variety of edible plants found across the state, making it a comprehensive resource for foragers. 2. Identification Expertise: The book includes detailed descriptions, vivid photographs, and key identification features for each plant, ensuring accurate identification and minimizing the risk of mistaken edibles. 3. Seasonal Availability: Understanding when certain plants are in season is crucial for successful foraging. The guidebook provides seasonal availability charts for each plant, allowing for efficient planning throughout the year. 4. Cooking and Preparing: Discover delightful recipes for each edible plant, including guidance on proper cleaning, preparation, and cooking techniques. Elevate your culinary adventures with unique flavors from the wild. 5. Safety Guidelines: Prioritizing safety, the book educates readers about potential poisonous look-alikes and other hazards, equipping foragers with the knowledge needed to forage responsibly. Benefits: Empowers foragers: Both beginners and experienced foragers will gain valuable knowledge, enabling them to confidently identify, harvest, and cook wild edibles. Promotes sustainability: By harvesting local wild edibles, individuals contribute to sustainable practices, reducing their environmental impact. Culinary exploration: Experiment with new ingredients and flavors, adding a touch of adventure to your culinary creations. Connect with nature: Foraging allows a deeper connection with the natural world, fostering an appreciation for Texas's diverse landscapes. This comprehensive Texas foraging handbook is designed to be user-friendly, featuring organized plant profiles that are easy to navigate. Readers can quickly reference specific plants of interest, benefiting both novice foragers and seasoned experts. Whether planning a foraging excursion, preparing a meal, or engaging in nature-inspired cooking, this guidebook is an indispensable companion. Authored by experienced foragers and botanists, "Texas Edible Wild Plants Foraging" undergoes a meticulous review process to ensure accuracy and reliability. Each plant profile is carefully researched and verified to provide readers with up-to-date and trustworthy information. Embark on a wild culinary adventure through the unique landscapes of Texas with "Texas Edible Wild Plants Foraging". Unlock the secrets of the bountiful wild edibles that surround you and discover the joys of sustainable foraging. Order your copy today and experience the thrill of finding and cooking your own wild treasures.

Edible Wild Plants highlights ninety of the most common and sought-after edible plant species in North America. Detailed illustrations and descriptions make it easy to identify plants in your backyard and beyond. Organized by family for easy identification, this is the essential source when you’re out in the field.

Foraging is not just a throwback to our hunter-gatherer past; it's a way to reconnect with the landscape. And Langdon Cook is not just your typical grocery cart-toting dad. For him, gourmet delicacies abound, free for the taking if we just open our eyes. As a result, he finds himself free-diving in icy Puget Sound in hopes of spearing a snaggletooth lingcod, armed with nothing more than a "Hawaiian sling." He tempts fate by eating mushrooms that may or may not be poisonous. He strings up a fly rod to chase after sea-run trout. He even pulls on the gardening gloves to collect stinging nettles. In wry, detailed prose, he traces his journey from wrangler of pre-packaged calories to connoisseur of coveted wild edibles. Structured around the seasons of the year, each chapter focuses on a specific food type and concludes with a recipe featuring the author's hard-won bounty, a savory stop to each adventure-filled morsel.

Designed as a light-weight and field-portable reference booklet, Wild Edible Plants of Texas, highlights the Lone Star State's most important edible wild plants. To the point and understandable, this guide best suits the prepper or outdoor enthusiast in need of a salient introduction to the field. No fluff. Just the facts. Each of the 62 entries are comprised of the following sections: Range and Habitat, Edible Uses, Medicinal Uses (when applicable), Cautions, and Special Notes. Both common and scientific names are listed. Over 100 color photos assist in identification and in many cases showcase each plant's choice edible part. Every profile is assigned a Texas-only location map and a seasonal guide on the best harvesting time. A general index is included as are a dozen photos of the state's poisonous plants. Some of the entries have a greater-than Texas range, however many are uniquely Texan and hail from a specific region. West Texas' Chihuahuan Desert, the Hill Country of the Edwards Plateau, the Plains of the Panhandle, and the Piney Woods and Swamplands of the state's Coastal Plain all are botanically represented. Plant List: Agave, Algerita, Amaranth, Arrowhead, Bastard Cabbage, Black Cherry, Blackberry, Bumelia, Cattail, Cholla, Dayflower, Devil's Claw, Dewberry, Dock, Dwarf Palmetto, Elder, Flameflower, Graythorn, Ground Cherry, Hackberry, Hickory, Indian Strawberry, Jewels of Opar, Kudzu, Lambsquarters, Lemonade Berry, London Rocket, Lotus, Madrone, Mallow, Mesquite, Mulberry, Nettle, Oak, Passionflower, Pawpaw, Pecan, Pennywort, Persimmon, Pokeweed, Prickly Pear, Purslane, Redbud, Rusty Blackhaw, Sorrel, Sow Thistle, Spring Beauty, Sugarberry, Thistle, Turk's Cap, Walnut, Wild Gourd, Wild Grape, Wild Oats, Wild Onion, Wild Plum, Wild Sunflower, Winecup, Yaupon Holly, Yellow Nutsedge, Yucca (Fruit), and Yucca (Stalk).