The "Name that Plant" Game

Think you might have it, Theo. Those leaves are very distinctive. That's why I asked if it was poisonous - some Astragalus are poisonous.

Doc
 
And Theo takes it for a 100 points that do absolutely nothing but make you feel accomplished. Ground Plum Milkvetch also known as Buffalo Bean. Your up.
 
Sorry to stall one of my favorite threads :o

This annual grass grows 3 to 10 feet tall and is found in quiet waters, shallow ponds, marshes, and both freshwater and brackish bays. Harvesting it is labor intensive but the grains are very tasty and rich in protein.

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A lil bump, I have no clue what that is...


Thanks for keeping this going guys.
 
Joel Stave said:
Water hemlock?
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Nailed it.

Also known as "Cowbane". Complete with deadly neurotoxin stout enough to kill a cow, horse, or human. Often mistaken for Queen Anne's Lace--aka Wild Carrot. Especially when younger.

A mouthful of this will kill you deader'n a Flight on a French airplane.

Pour it on it, your turn, brother.
 
Sorry it took me so long to post a new picture. I was working all day then came home and worked on my berry garden until sundown

This native eastern spring ephemeral has a spicy tuber you can use as a horseradish replacement. It is a fan of moist, rich woods.

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No one? This is a pretty common wildflower in the eastern forests. They pop up with all the other ephemerals before the trees have a chance to leaf out.
 
Capt. Carl said:
No one? This is a pretty common wildflower in the eastern forests. They pop up with all the other ephemerals before the trees have a chance to leaf out.
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You know, Capt. Carl, this really makes me wonder. I know for a fact there is at least 3 people on this forum, who have posted in this thread, that know what plant this is. So why aren't they posting, GS, Theo, and what's-his-name? :D
 
I haven't seen this one pop up yet, so I'll put in my attempt. This is the Pacific Northwest version of a plant common to other parts of the world. The plant can be found in swamps and wet woods, along streams and in other wet areas of the region.

While some consider the plant to be a weed, its roots are food for bears, who eat it after hibernating as a laxative. The plant was used by indigenous people as medicine for burns and injuries, and for food in times of famine. The leaves have a somewhat spicy or peppery taste. Caution should be used in attempts to prepare it for consumption, as it contains calcium oxalate crystals, which result in a gruesome prickling sensation on the tongue and throat. Leaves were commonly used to line berry baskets and to wrap around whole salmon and other foods when baked under a fire. It is also used to cure sores and swelling.

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DOC-CANADA said:
You know, Capt. Carl, this really makes me wonder. I know for a fact there is at least 3 people on this forum, who have posted in this thread, that know what plant this is. So why aren't they posting, GS, Theo, and what's-his-name? :D
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Sorry GP, I haven't been on much. I did know that plant, I will pay more attention to this thread; I promise:o
 
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