Edible Plants Found In North America

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Guide To Edible Plants
Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs, Flowers & Medicinal Plants

Plant Name	High In:	Health Lore
Anise		soothing, expectorant, phlegm, coughs, colds, bronchitis, anemia
Anise Hyssop		coughs, bronchial congestion
Apple	fiber
Arugula
Asparagus	protein, vitamin A & C
Basil	methyl	reduces indigestion, breath freshener, cures nausea and stomach ailments
Bay Laurel
Beans — Yellow & Green	fiber, vitamin C
Bee Balm
Blueberry	fiber, vitamin C	cancer prevention
Balsam Poplars	glycoside	pain relief
Borage
Broccoli	fiber, potassium, vitamins A, B2 & C
Brussels Sprouts	fiber, potassium, vitamin C
Burnet		wounds, sunburn, hemorrhoids, diarrhea
Cabbage	fiber, potassium, folic acid, vitamins B1, B3 & C
Calendula		ulcers, canker sores, menstruation pain, gum disease, sore throats, tonsillitis
California Poppy		treats anxiety, sedative, nervous tension, sleeplessness, pain relief, menstrual cramps
Carrot	fiber, potassium, folic acid, vitamins A, B3 & E, beta-carotene	improve eyes and night vision, lowers cholesterol, cancer prevention
Catnip
Cauliflower	fiber, potassium, vitamins B3 & C
Chamomile		sooths stomach ailments
Cherry – Black / Sour	carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins A, B3 & C
Chestnut — Chinese	protein, potassium
Chives, Bunching Onions, Scallions, Garlic	fiber folic, acid, vitamin C	benefits the immune system, assists the liver in rendering carcinogens harmless and reduces production of cholesterol in the liver
Clover — Sweet
Coriander / Cilantra
Corn	carbohydrates, fiber
Cornflower		conjunctivitis, strained eyes
Cranberry	fiber, vitamin C	antidote for poisons
Cucumber	calcium, silica, fiber, folic acid, vitamins A & C	improves skin / complexion, diuretic, cures headaches
Dandelion	protein, manganese	treats anemia, jaundice, nervousness, blood purification, milky latex is a bug repellent
Dill
Echinacea		treats colds and flu, fights infections, stimulates immune system, heals wounds and burns, chronic fatigue syndrome, yeast infections
Eggplant	vitamin B3
Fennel	fiber, calcium, potassium, iron, vitamins A & C
Fenugreek		high cholesterol, speeds healing
Feverfew		migraine headaches, anti-inflammatory, arthritis pain, menstrual discomfort
Fig	carbohydrates, fiber, folic acid
Grape	carbohydrates, fiber, folic acid, potassium, resveratrol, vitamins A, B3, B6, C & K	cancer prevention
Gooseberry & Currant	fiber, potassium, vitamins C & D
Goumi — Sweet Scarlet
Hops
Hyssop		eases congestion for colds and the flu, gargle for sore throats, reduces inflammation, heals cuts and bruises, herpes
Kale	calcium, potassium, vitamins A, B3 & C
Lavender
Lettuce	fiber, folic acid
Lemon Balm
Lima Beans	protein, carbohydrates, fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin E
Lime — Key
Mache — Corn Salad
Marshmallow		chapped and dry skin, anti-inflammatory, respiratory tract irritation, bronchitis, colds, coughs, digestive and urinary-tract inflammations, itching, cuts, scrapes, burns
Mint — Spearmint & Peppermint	Methyl	cures stomach ailments
Mustard Greens	iron, phosphorous, calcium, vitamins A, B & C	fertility, improved mental ability, treats vitamin C deficiencies such as scurvy
Nasturtium	vitamin C	fights bacterial infections, anti-microbial, respiratory infections, influenza, the common cold, reproductive and urinary tract infections
Orange	carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, folic acid, vitamin C
Parsley	minerals, iron, antioxidants, chlorophyll, vitamins A & C	reduces flatulence, freshens breath, aids in digestion, antidote for poisons, calms nerves, anemia
Parsnip	carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, vitamin C
Pear	carbohydrates, fiber, folic acid
Penny Royal		insect repellent, flea collar
Pepper — Chili	capsaicin, vitamins A & C, beta-carotene	pain relief, cures colds and the flue, cancer and heart attack prevention, treats congestion, asthma, osteoathritis, rheumatoid arthritis
Pleurisy Root		respiratory infections, reduces inflammation, aids expectoration, bronchitis, pneumonia, influenza, asthma, dry cough, pleurisy, warts
Plum	carbohydrates, fiber, potassium
Popcorn	iron, protein, fiber
Potato	carbohydrates, copper, potassium, magnesium, fiber, vitamin B3, B5, B6 & C	protects against cancer and cardiovascular disease
Pumpkin	fiber, potassium, vitamin A
Radish	folic acid, vitamin C
Raspberry	manganese, fiber, folic acid, vitamins C & E, antioxidants	anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrheal, antiseptic, treats diarrhea, nausea, colds, the flu, sore throats, bleeding gums, cankers, scabies and scurvy, glucose regulation, cancer prevention
Rhubarb	carbohydrates, fiber, potassium
Rosemary	calcium, vitamins A & C	cure-all, breath cleanser, calms a cough, improves memory, antiseptic, cures headaches, anti-aging
Sage		aids healing, used as a bandage, toothbrush for the American Indian or with bear fat to rub in the skin, improves memory, aids in digestion of meats, throats, tonsillitis
Savory — Summer		prevents gas, aid digestion, stimulate appetite,, astringent, antiseptic, diarrhea, sore throats
Savory — Winter		treats insect bites and stings, digestive aid, appetite stimulant, prevents gas, stomach aches
Snow Peas	carbohydrates, fiber
Spinach	folic acid, fiber, potassium, vitamins A & C, beta-carotene	aids in tissue growth and cell function, prevents anemia and ulcer, treats diarrhea,
Strawberry	fiber, folic acid, vitamin C
Sunflower		pain relief, eases coughs, bronchial infections, anti-inflammatory, arthritis treatment
Sweet Marjoram / Oragano		motion sickness, stomach ailments, relieves congestion, aches and pains
Sweetleaf / Sugarbush		natural sweetener safe for diabetics
Tangerine — Suburst	carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, folic acid, vitamin C
Tarragon French
Teaberry / Wintergreen	fiber, vitamin C, glycoside	cancer prevention, treats stomach ailments and diarrhea
Thistle
Thyme	methyl	antiseptic, anti-fungal, fights parasites, invigorating, good for teeth and gums, treats headaches, warts, bruises and stings
Tomato	folic acid, folate, retinol, fiber, potassium, vitamins A, C & K, antioxidants, lycopene, carotene	cancer prevention / protects from free radicals
Valerian		relaxing, sleep aid, insomnia, anxiety, nervousness, tension headaches, migraines, rheumatic pain relief, relaxes spasms, muscle and menstrual cramps
Viola	rutin	eczema, varicose veins, coughs, bronchitis, urinary problems, cystitis
Watercress	niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, iron, ascorbic acid, vitamins A & C, beta-carotene	improves mental ability, prevents baldness, increases productivity, cures a hang-over, cures scurvy, blood detoxification
Wheatgrass	chlorophyll, 92 minerals	cancer prevention, prevents hair from turning gray, improves digestion, treats liver ailments, appetite suppressant
Yarrow		treats hangovers, eliminate toxins, colds, flu, aids digestion, relieves menstrual cramps, stop bleeding, cleansing, pain relief, swelling
Zucchini — Summer Squash	fiber, vitamin C

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Edible Plants Found In North America