Brookweed

Samolus valerandi

leaf · vegetable

Young leaves gathered, cooked or raw in salad, mostly when other vegetables are scarce.

Origin

Almost everywhere, in damp places

Where to find it

Along springs, ditches and marshes, often brackish, in Europe as in Africa.

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The young leaves are washed well, as the plant grows by the water; it is only picked from clean water.

Molecules

Beta-carotene (vitamin A) · Lutein and zeaxanthinIn small amounts, not counted Vegetable nitrates · Chlorophyll

Did you know?

Some forms survive several months under water.