These are not just the conventional basket of green leaf vegetables found at Six Toed Fox Organics 2021.
These are edible weeds – organic ones!
Plantain leaves (front left) are packed full of vitamins and other nutrients. They are especially high in vitamins A and C, which can boost immune health, and also contain calcium and various minerals. The flavour of a young leaf is described as earthy with undertones of pepper.
Raspberry leaves (right front) are used in a tea as a “detoxifying” supplement. The leaves also contain calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
Comfrey has many uses from medicinal to plant fertilizers. Comfrey leaves are used as a tea for a variety of health benefits.