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Poke, pokeweed, polk, poke sallet, or poke salad- pokeweed is known by many names and many identities. Today, some claim it is dangerous and poisonous. Some see it as a delicious bounty every spring. Historically, it was a staple for impoverished families across the American South and a canned delicacy in Arkansas. So how exactly did this plant go from yum to yuck? And why would you want to add it to your foraging lexicon anyway? Join us as Wren explains why, despite it's infamous reputation, it is one of her favorite green delights come spring time!
Resources:
Insteading Article: insteading.com/blog/foraging-...
0:00 Intro
1:40 Finding and Identifying Pokeweed
4:12 Lookalikes for Pokeweed
5:37 Harvesting Pokeweed
9:16 Cooking Pokeweed
12:16 Pokeweed is Misunderstood
15:47 3 Ways to Ensure Your Pokeweed Experience is Good
18:24 Conclusion