Edible Sierra Nevada Plants
Dicotyledon Genera Descriptions

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Crucifrae - Mustard Family


Shepherd's-purse

Capsella bursa-pastoris

The young plants are edible raw, but are better cooked and contain ascorbic acid. Collect the seeds before they mature. Seeds should be parched and eaten or ground into flour.

Capsella bursa-pastoris
CalFlora Record




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