Polygonaceae (Buckwheat Family)
Polygonum persicaria
Lady's Thumb
| Plant Type | Forb |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Wild/Cultivated | Wild |
| Flower Color | pink |
| Habitat | Sunny areas. |
| Edibility | The leaves can be eaten raw as a salad green, but be aware that there are a few similar looking species which are more bitter tasting. The seeds can be eaten raw or ground into flour. |
