Florida local Herb Profile: Betony

The root of this plant is my favorite! My kids love hunting and digging up the grubby looking tubers (and to be honest I do too!) It’s like a treasure hunt! These are edible! The texture is like a radish, but without the pungent taste. It’s slightly sweet, maybe blandish. Can be chopped and added to salads for a fresh crunch, added to stews, or my favorite… pickled!