Thlaspi arvense (Brassicaceae family) commonly known as field penny cress (θλάσπι) it is a rather humble plant that is mostly seen as a weed in gardens and in cultivated land. I saw this one yesterday in the park in my hometown and it is one of the first blooming plants for this season. Doing a little bit of research I found that its seeds can be used in making biodiesel and their leaves can be eaten raw or boiled. They should be collected before blooming otherwise they are bitter. They are usually added to salads.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Field Penny cress (Thlaspi arvense)
Thlaspi arvense (Brassicaceae family) commonly known as field penny cress (θλάσπι) it is a rather humble plant that is mostly seen as a weed in gardens and in cultivated land. I saw this one yesterday in the park in my hometown and it is one of the first blooming plants for this season. Doing a little bit of research I found that its seeds can be used in making biodiesel and their leaves can be eaten raw or boiled. They should be collected before blooming otherwise they are bitter. They are usually added to salads.
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The first one is very nice with lovely light.
greetings, Joop
Nie wiedziałam , ze listki są jadalne. Dziękuję, znowu coś wiem. Pozdrawiam. *** I did not know that the leaves are edible. Thank you, again, something I know. Yours.
Ενδιαφέρον, ότι τρώγεται. Υπάρχει στην γειτονιά, θα την δοκιμάσω.
Ταπεινό μπορεί νάναι, αλλά είναι όμορφο.
Κωστής
I don't mind it's a weed the flower is gorgeous.
Have a nice weekend
Marijke
Dziekuje za komentarz. Twoje zdjecia tez sa piekne. Pozdrawiam :-)
Happy weekend!
thank you all for your comments!!
DANI if you try them let me know!!
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