Wild and Edible
Our Wild & Edible series showcases different wild and edible plants in the San Diego region. The purpose of this section is to educate the masses about our native plants and their uses. We feel it is important to have this knowledge in case you are ever stuck in a sticky situation, such as being lost on a hike and need to forage in order to survive. It also helps re-connect us to the land which sadly, most of us are being pulled further and further away.
Native plants may grow on your own property, or a friend’s property, in which case it is completely legal to harvest from. Plant nurseries often have a native plant section as well, in which case you can purchase your own plants! Otherwise, wild harvesting is considered illegal in most places in San Diego. Learn your plants and grow your wisdom! Wisdom is power, afterall.
Lemonade Berry
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. **This post is part of our Wild & Edible series, where we showcase various wild and edible plants in San Diego and their uses.** We feel it is important to have this […]
Wild & Edible: Sour Fig Ice Plant
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. **Our Wild & Edible series showcases different wild and edible plants in the San Diego region. The purpose of this section is to educate the masses about our native plants and their […]
Miner’s Lettuce
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. History Miner’s Lettuce received its name after the California Gold Rush. Historically, the miner’s who were in great need of nutritious food sources, would harvest this green due to its high Vitamin […]
Heart of Palm
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. **Our Wild & Edible series showcases different wild and edible plants in the San Diego region. The purpose of this section is to educate the masses about our native plants and their […]
Elderberry
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Harvesting Elderberry Elderberry is one of our city’s healthiest wild fruits, growing in canyons all throughout San Diego. Related to the honeysuckle plant, the elderberry bush showcases edible white flowers in small […]
Acorns
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Acorns Every plant growing in the wild has either an edible or medicinal purpose. When you realize this, an entire world of opportunity opens up all around you. It is our […]
Pink Peppercorn
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. All throughout San Diego grows an invasive tree often considered to be a nuisance. That would be the Peruvian pepper tree, commonly found on every block practically! What most people don’t […]
Stinging Nettle
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Next up on the list of native plants with medicinal and/or culinary benefits is Stinging Nettle! First of all, this little plant has a huge attitude problem! I have had more than […]
Wild Fennel
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Fennel has had a rich history since the ancient days, being revered by the Greeks and the Romans for its medicinal and culinary properties and even spiritual powers. Although originally found only […]
Wild Mustard
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. The Mustard plant is one that has been around since the Hellenistic and Roman time. However, it is not known when the mustard plant was domesticated. The domestication process is thought to […]
Wild Mint
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you’ve ever explored any of the creeks or rivers in San Diego, you may have spotted wild mint growing along the edges of the water. Mint can be easily identified by […]
Dandelion
This page may contain affiliate links, If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Today I want to talk about dandelion. This “weed” is probably in everyone’s yard and is known as a complete and utter nuisance. Upon my research I found out that there is […]