Backyard guide to edible wild plants / Mimi Prunella Hernandez and Heather Wood Buzzard ; illustrations by Mafalda Paiva.
"A reliable guide to common wild plants that can be foraged for food or home remedies"-- Provided by publisher.
The National Geographic Backyard Guide to Edible Wild Plants is a vibrant handbook featuring 102 common wild plants that can be foraged for food and drink. It covers a wide range of plants, from sunflowers to wild grapes, with detailed identification, preparation tips, and recipes. The book is organized into seven sections based on the plant parts most useful for foraging (roots, leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds, shoots, and "backyard superstars"). Each plant is photographed, illustrated, and described for easy learning, making it accessible for novice foragers. Written by Mimi Prunella Hernandez and Heather Wood Buzzard, it combines botanical knowledge with creative culinary advice.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781426223709
- ISBN: 1426223706
- Physical Description: 285 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
- Publisher: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2025]
- Copyright: ©2025
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (page 278) and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | The backyard bounty -- Backyard superstars -- Roots -- Leaves -- Flowers -- Fruits -- Seeds, nuts & grains -- Shoots & barks. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Wild plants, Edible > United States > Identification. Medicinal plants > United States > Identification. Wild plants, Edible. Medicinal plants. Cooking (Wild foods) |
| Genre: | Field guides. Illustrated works. |
Available copies
- 16 of 20 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 2 copies available at Sandhill Regional Library.
Holds
- 1 current hold with 20 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moore County Library | 581.6 HER (Text) | 48198030051904 | Adult Nonfiction | Checked out | 08/26/2025 |
| Robbins Area Library | 581.6 HER (Text) | 48198060027337 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
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