Abandoned Campground on the Arkansas
Went for a drive yesterday evening and stopped by a campground that we used to have picnics at. Sad to see it so overrun in a way, but silver lining is it’s turned into a decent place to forage.
Found a huge patch of shiso. I’ve been using a jar from last year in my teas—I’ll dry what I found yesterday and then I’ll compare to see how last years is holding up. That jar is probably close to a year old (yes, this is a reminder to date my current harvest).
Also found some dandelion and a new to me plant called frogfruit that is apparently medicinal. I foraged a little to dry and explore. It has charming little flowers and I had to stop and visit with her when she caught my eye.
It is native here and widely naturalized across tropical and subtropical zones worldwide, including regions in Asia, Africa, Australia, and southern Europe.
Busbusi, Phyla nodiflora. FROGFRUIT - Herbal Medicine - An illustrated compilation of Philippine medicinal plants by Dr Godofredo Stuart wi
