This database contains information of over 7,000 edible, medicinal and useful plants. You can search by common name or Latin name and even by uses and ailments!

To the best of our knowledge all the information contained in this database is accurate and true, however we cannot guarantee that everyone will react positively to all edible plants or other plant uses.

It is commonly known that many people suffer allergic reactions to conventional foods and products. Even amongst the more commonly eaten fruits, for example, there are plenty of instances where people react badly to them:

• Many people are allergic to strawberries and will develop a rash if they eat them.
• Some people develop a rash if they touch the stems of parsnips.
• Potatoes become poisonous if they turn green.
• Eating large quantities of cabbage can adversely affect the thyroid gland.

In general, we believe that the overall health of people will be greatly improved by bringing more diversity into their diet and through using more natural products.

We strongly recommend the following precautions when trying anything new:

• Make sure you have correctly identified the plant.
• Try a small taste of the plant you wish to incorporate into your diet. If there are no side effects increase the quantity at the next meal.
• When trying new soaps or skin products, try them on a very small area before proceeding to larger areas of the body. Look for any uncomfortable reactions or changes. If you have any negative reaction, do not proceed with further use.
• Always talk with your Doctor or Pharmacist before starting an herbal regimen if you taking prescription medication. Some herbs may have an adverse effect or cause certain medications to stop working.

DISCLAIMER
No liability exists against Pathways, nor can they be held responsible for any allergy, illness or injurious effect that any person or animal may suffer as a result of information in this database or through using any of the plants mentioned by Pathways.