Plants that can thrive under the most challenging of conditions are
becoming more important in ensuring food security in our changing
climate. This book takes the reader on a visual journey, exploring
edible plants from around the world, from the more familiar to the
lesser known. Richly illustrated, each plant profile gives fascinating
insights into relevant growing conditions and nutritional information,
as well as helpful tips for growing, cooking, and eating.
Many of the world's edible plants have been cultivated by humankind over
thousands of years, and yet more than half of our diet is made up of
just three: wheat, maize, and rice. There are many thousands more we can
make use of to create a more sustainable food future. Offering the
reader an extraordinary peek into the tasty world of plants, Edible
explores fascinating plants from every continent, including grains and
vegetables alongside quirky local staples, from the little-known spice
grains of paradise to dandelions and Irish moss.
With a directory of places to find and purchase featured plants and
accompanying resources at the end of the book, this visually appealing
compendium offers both a deeper appreciation and understanding of the
huge diversity of edible plants and a rich source of inspiration for
readers to discover, try, and grow new food for themselves.
