Here's a power-packed wild edible that's likely growing in your need-to-mow backyard! Pepperweed, peppergrass, poor man's pepper - this flourishing weed is filled with spice, vitamins and even protein. The root has been used medicinally for stomach ailments, and pepperweed is thought to possibly prevent or heal cancer.

Here's more on the plant and a recipe for a pepperweed marinade: [ Ссылка ]

It's really tasty and I clearly haven't died! :) I would say the flavor reminded me very much of horseradish. We got a 50/50 vote from the kids.

The last weed I investigated in the backyard ended up being an invasive species of lantana. I mistook it for part of the nettle family. Fortunately I didn't try to eat it - lantana is poisonous. Definite proof you need to be vigilant and consult as many resources as you can while you learn to identify wild edibles. Eat at your own risk! :)

Shout-out to the wonderful musician who provided the tunes:
Carefree Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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