Do you now know how to recognize ground greed? Now should you go on a journey into nature to collect the plant? But be careful: not all parts of the plant are harmless!
Is groundweed poisonous to eat?
Giersch is non-toxic in its above-ground parts such as leaves, buds, flowers and fruits and can be used for various preparations. Only the roots contain the toxin falcarindiol, which is only harmful if consumed in large quantities.
Roots contain a toxin
The roots, which love to form runners and help the groundweed to proliferate in some gardens, contain a toxin. It's called falcarindiol. But don't panic! Only when you eat masses of groundweed roots do you notice the poisonous effect.
Aboveground plant parts are non-toxic
You can eat the leaves, the buds, the flowers and the fruits with the seeds. Among others, the following preparations can be made with this he althy plant:
- Pesto
- Spinach
- Stews and Soups
- Tea
- Salads
- Casseroles
- Scrambled eggs
- Envelopes for external use
Tip
Both in raw and cooked form, the above-ground parts of the ground hake are non-toxic, edible and tasty.
