Plant's of North America

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2011-11-29T15:11:00.001-08:00

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Sumac a common plant in south ontario

2011-03-23T14:27:00.000-07:00

The safe sumacs red fruit can be ate after removing hairs in cold water. If your very allergic to poison ivy or poison sumac these safe sumacs may cause the same effect.

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2011-03-19T12:53:00.001-07:00

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Water preservation for long-term

2011-02-03T15:14:00.000-08:00

The container is to be made from a food grade material to avoid leaching problems. Glass, stainless steel and some plastics are food grade. One way to store water is to get purified drinking water in plastic jugs at a store. Which is free of bacteria and is sealed. Remember to get in the habit of shaking the water every once in a while to keep it from going stagnant.

2011-02-03T14:48:00.000-08:00

I have a little post about home gardening for those that go though a harsh winter this could help you grow fresh produce during those month's.

-Elevated gardens allow for drainage of water so plants don't drown which is essiential during winter.
-Spinach, Carrots, and Cabbage are some of the plant that can survive the winter.
-plants will reach maturity before the frost if plant during summer months's.
-use mulch at 10 to 20 cm to prevent roots from freezing.
-make sure you have wind barriers.

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Off Topic?

2011-02-03T14:38:00.000-08:00

Water preservation for day or two hikes during cold months, or high altitudes:
Hydration Pack or Container
- Wear close to your body to reduce freezing.
- Add a small amount of alcohol 40% or higher, about 4 drops per cup (250ml) more if you don't mind yourself.
This is not good practise in cold weather but for the amount it wouldn't hurt. Now to set a good example you should only do this if you are of drinking age.
- Add acidic fruit juice such as lemon. Two reasons for this if you don't like the taste of vodka or whiskey the lemons for you, and it has the same effect as the alcohol not nearly as effective.
- Now before you tell me alcohol is thinner then water it will sit on top and the water will freeze, Let me tell you that the water should not completely fill the pack and in the case of a container it should not completely fill the pocket, This allows for the alcohol and water to bounce around together.
- Boiling water that is going to be close to your body is not so smart and not because it may burn you i'm sure you have your own precautions, it's because the heat will make you sweat then freeze later, so a solution could be to leave it in the pack on your back til it cool a bit or just warm it instead.
- Steel is a good idea for a container near your body seeing as heat tranfers though it better. If it's going to be in your pack then pick a material that tranfers tempatures less.

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2010-09-22T16:50:00.001-07:00

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Common Ragweed

2010-09-22T16:37:00.000-07:00

Ragweed contains 20% oils in its seeds. It has many medical properties.

Burdocks

2010-09-14T16:28:00.000-07:00

All parts of burdock are edible. Boil in 2 changes of water to make tender. The petals, leaves, and roots taste great.

Pig Weed

2010-09-14T16:21:00.000-07:00

These are the 2 most common types of pig weed. To the left we have Redroot pigweed and to the left we have Smooth pigweed. Leaves can be boiled and used in stew. Medical fact used for stomach pain.

Sorry that I couldn't have a post in on time

2010-09-13T14:55:00.000-07:00

I'm have a problem with my computer and I will have 3 new articles ASAP

Dandelion

2010-09-01T15:13:00.000-07:00

I think that the young plants taste bitter as well, but the leafs arent bad.

Clover

2010-09-01T14:53:00.000-07:00

I like to make a soup out of this boiling the heads of the plant turns them white.

Violet

2010-09-01T14:37:00.000-07:00

The leaves and petals are edible the petals are used in tea. I've eaten the stems, do not eat the roots.

Touch Me Nots

2010-09-01T13:55:00.000-07:00

It contains Calcium Oxalate crystals can cause severe respiratory problems so it should be boiled in two changes of water. Only the seeds and stems should be eaten.

Mayapple (Podophyllum peltatum)

2010-08-29T18:15:00.000-07:00

The leaves and roots are poisonous and the resin can irritate the eyes. The fruit is sweet and should be eaten only ripe, its ready when the plant is withered. Only eat the pulp the seed is also unedible

http://www.usi.edu/science/biology/twinswamps/Podophyllum_peltatum.htm is where I found the photo.
I will get a few of my own soon.

WARNING!

2010-08-25T22:12:00.000-07:00

This site should not be used as a guide when it comes to the risks of wild herbs and their poison look alikes.
It is advised that this blog be used for curiousity and fun.