Swollen campion – Organic
4.19$
We have all noticed the swollen calyx flowers of this weed at least once in our lives! This plant, naturalized in Quebec for a very long time, bears the evocative vernacular names of péards and péteux, because at a certain time, children had fun bursting its vesicular calyx.
These carnation-scented flowers produce nectar which attracts many insects. To use the expression of Brother Marie-Victorin in his Flore Laurentienne, its leaves “soapy” like soapwort. The crunchy young leaves have a slightly sweet taste reminiscent of peas. Fresh, steamed, sautéed or boiled, they are used in the preparation of various dishes such as stuffed potatoes, pasta or salad.
Number of days for harvest: 60 to 80
| Quantity of bags | Discount |
|---|---|
| 3 | 15% |
| 4+ | 20% |
Available at the ecoumene only
We have all noticed the swollen calyx flowers of this weed at least once in our lives! This plant, naturalized in Quebec for a very long time, bears the evocative vernacular names of péards and péteux, because at a certain time, children had fun bursting its vesicular calyx.
These carnation-scented flowers produce nectar which attracts many insects. To use the expression of Brother Marie-Victorin in his Flore Laurentienne, its leaves “soapy” like soapwort. The crunchy young leaves have a slightly sweet taste reminiscent of peas. Fresh, steamed, sautéed or boiled, they are used in the preparation of various dishes such as stuffed potatoes, pasta or salad.
Number of days for harvest: 60 to 80
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