Edible "weeds."

[Nia Imani]

Here are some examples of common "weeds" that are edible and have numerous nutritional benefits.

Dandelion
Chickweed
Curly Dock
Stinging Nettle (Must be boiled before made edible, must be collected with protective gloves to avoid injury)
Dead Nettle
Sow Thistle
Milk Thistle (Antidote for death cap mushroom poisoning.)
Shepherd's Purse
Lamb's Quarter
Purslane
Cow Peas
Cattail
Wild Onions
Bear's Garlic
Wild Leeks (Ramps)
Plantain
Blue Camas (Do not confuse with white-flowered camas, which is poisonous.)
Amaranth
Sorrel

There are many others. For more information, please visit the following websites.
http://www.aircav.com/survival/appb/asappbtoc.html
http://www.wildfoodadventures.com/
http://www.edibleplants.com/dwvplants.htm
http://www.allsands.com/Gardening/ed...lan_sqj_gn.htm

[SoularFlarez]

i mite hav to try them dandelions....

[IfasehunReincarnated]

Plantain is the one that grows in the every lawn and in every crack in the sidewalk. It looks like greens or lettuce. It is one of the strongest fild plants in the U.S. It is good as a brewed tea for you ladies that have trouble with PMS. It is also an excellent source of vitamins.