Spicebush
Lindera benzoin — Lauraceae
Italiano: Spicebush — Spicebush
Description
Spicebush (Lindera benzoin) belongs to the Lauraceae family and is native to NAmerica. It thrives in Moist woods, Floodplains, Understory environments across regions including Eastern USA, Southeast. Botanically, Spicebush is leaves tea. Allspice-like berries. Traditional Native American spice.. It is also known locally as Spicebush. The edible parts include Leaves, Fruits. With an edibility rating of 6/10, it ranks as a good wild food source. Harvesting is best done during August and September. Nutritionally, Spicebush stands out for its Vitamin C (15.0mg, 17% DV), Vitamin K (5.0mg, 4% DV) and Iron (0.5mg, 3% DV). It also provides 1.0g protein and 1.5g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, Spicebush offers a Allspice-like spicy flavor profile. Tea spice. Common culinary applications include tea, spice. Popular preparations include Spicebush tea, Spicebush spice, Sauteed greens with garlic, Wild green pesto. For storage, dried 12mo. Safety note: No toxicity. Antinutrient content is mild essential oils. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.
🌿 Foraging Tips
🍳 Recipe: Spicebush tea
This is one of the traditional ways to prepare this wild edible plant. Always ensure proper plant identification before cooking.
Edibility
Harvest Calendar
Nutrition (per 100g)
Culinary Uses: tea, spice Storage: Dried 12mo
Recipes
- Spicebush tea
- Spicebush spice
- Sauteed greens with garlic
- Wild green pesto
- Leafy green soup
- Wild Spicebush salad
- Foraged Spicebush pesto
- Roasted Spicebush
