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| seasons = Spring, Summer, Fall | | seasons = Spring, Summer, Fall | ||
| range = Throughout the Northern Hemisphere | | range = Throughout the Northern Hemisphere | ||
− | | use = Nibble on the raw leaves - a great addition to a '''salad'''. | + | | use = Nibble on the raw leaves - a great addition to a '''salad'''. They may also be boiled and eaten like '''greens''', or steeped to make a '''tea'''. |
− | | warning = Sheep sorrel contains small amount of oxalic acid which gives it its pleasantly sour taste. | + | | warning = Sheep sorrel contains small amount of oxalic acid which gives it its pleasantly sour taste. If eaten in large quantities over a period of time, however, may inhibit the body's ability to absorb calcium. |
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{{EWP/Boil}} {{EWP/Salad}} {{EWP/Raw}} {{EWP/Potherb}} {{EWP/Beverage}} | {{EWP/Boil}} {{EWP/Salad}} {{EWP/Raw}} {{EWP/Potherb}} {{EWP/Beverage}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 14:49, 21 September 2021
Sheep Sorrel
Where found: Throughout the Northern Hemisphere
Availability: Spring, Summer, Fall
Use: Nibble on the raw leaves - a great addition to a salad. They may also be boiled and eaten like greens, or steeped to make a tea.
WARNING: Sheep sorrel contains small amount of oxalic acid which gives it its pleasantly sour taste. If eaten in large quantities over a period of time, however, may inhibit the body's ability to absorb calcium.