Wild Edible Berries Of Alberta

This outstanding field guide features 1,362 plants. Highlights of each account include edible plants, native uses of plants, habitat and ecology, similar species and origin of the plant's name. The book also includes a wildflower photo chart, over 900 color photographs, and more than 700 line drawings.

This comprehensive guide for beginners is your passport to this bountiful world of edible and medicinal plants in Alberta. You will be able to examine the edible and medicinal plants that thrive in Alberta's diverse ecosystems in a safe and responsible manner in crystal and clear colored pictures. Expertly curated descriptions and vibrant photographs bring to life the intricate details of a wide array of wild edibles-delicate petals, earthy mushrooms, vibrant berries, and more. It delves deep into the cultural and ecological significance of these wild treasures, sharing stories of Indigenous knowledge and traditional uses. So, pick up this guide and embark on a journey that will forever change your perspective on food, nature, and the captivating province of Alberta.

Throughout human history, plants have provided us with food, clothing, medicine and shelter. The Rocky Mountains are home to a diversity of plant species that have helped native peoples and settlers survive through the centuries. EDIBLE AND MEDICINAL PLANTS OF THE ROCKIES describes 333 common trees, shrubs, flowers, ferns, mosses and lichens that have been used by people from ancient times to the present. This comprehensive guide contains: * More than 700 color photographs and illustrations * An introduction explaining the use of wild plants, including gathering, preparing and cooking * Food, medicinal and other uses for each species * Clear descriptions of the plants and where to find them * Warnings about plant allergies, poisons and digestive upsets * A special section at the end detailing 46 of the more common poisonous plants in the Rockies region.

Alberta is not only a visual feast but also a treasure trove of edible and medicinal plants waiting to be discovered. This comprehensive guide for beginners is your passport to this bountiful world of edible wild plants. You will be able to examine the edible and medicinal plants that thrive in Alberta's diverse ecosystems in a safe and responsible manner in crystal and clear colored pictures. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of foraging, where the forests and meadows serve as your grocery store and the plants themselves serve as your teachers. With each chapter, you will gain insight into the ecological significance of these species, learn to identify them, and discover their culinary and medicinal uses. So get this guide today and discover a world of flavors, traditions, and knowledge that have been handed down through generations, waiting for you to embrace and share with future generations as we explore the wild beauty of this province.

Self-sufficiency expert Caleb Warnock shares his expertise of living off the land in 437 Edible Wild Plants, the go-to guide for any adventurer or homesteader interested in learning about natural, edible vegetation.

The Rocky Mountain Berry Book combines the information of a field guide and the fun of a cookbook. Learn to identify 16 berry and fruit species using non-technical descriptions, habitat hints, and color photos.

Here's a book that berry lovers will gobble up faster than a blueberry pie: Wild Berries of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, the most comprehensive guide yet to the wild berries of the Canadian prairies. It's the perfect resource for everyone from the expert berry picker to the person who's simply curious about the berries growing in the backyard. This beautifully illustrated guide has detailed information on every berry-producing plant found in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.