Ornithogalum umbellatum is a widespread bulbous perennial; you probably know it as the Star of Bethlehem flower. In the US, it is often used as an ornamental garden plant. Although it's not edible,...

Agaricus augustus, or the prince mushroom, is a wild mushroom found in western North America, the northeastern United States, and the pacific northwest; it’s an edible mushroom and a favorite of...

Marsh marigold (Caltha palustris) is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe, northern Asia, northern and coastal US, and Canada. It has enormous king-cup-like yellow flowers. Marsh marigold should...

Bauhinia variegata refers to the ever-popular edible orchid tree. This flowering plant belongs to the legume family but earns its reputation more readily for its orchid-like flowers. The flowers and...

You might recognize the Cercis Occidentalis deciduous shrub by its common name, the western redbud. Also knows as the California redbud, it's a drought-tolerant tree, and needs little to no water....

Spring beauty relates to a fine foraging find, the tuberous perennial Claytonia virginica. Spring beauty earns its name from its gorgeous white and pink flowers. Varieties of edible Claytonia...