foraging for wild edibles here in the Philippine countryside

#foraging #forage #wildedibles Marsilea crenata is a species of fern found in Southeast Asia. It is an aquatic plant looking like a four leaf clover. Leaves floating in deep water or erect in shallow water or on land. Leaflets glaucous, sporocarp ellipsoid, on stalks attached to base of petioles. A cooking weed called Lupo A cooking weed called Lupo ... Lupo is a weed that is commonly found in ricefields and roadside in provinces.  People also ask What are the benefits of Lupo plant? It can also supply natural cathartics or purgatives due to the presence of anthraquinones. Flavonoids present have antiviral, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activities. Tannins present in aqueous extract have potential value as cytotoxic and/ or antineoplastic agents, and as astringents. Langkawas An langkawas o langkwas (Alpinia galanga; Ingles, blue ginger, Thai ginger, greater galangal) What are the benefits of langkawas? It can add flavor, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds to your dishes and may provide a slew of health benefits. These include boosting male fertility and protecting you from infections and potentially even certain forms of cancer.