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Pokeweed : A look into Annie's favorite salad ingredient.
By Sarah Mayson Afterword by Alan Bergo Photography by Alan Bergo Photography by Alan Bergo Across the entire eastern part of North America, the Appalachians, and moving west, there is a plant growing that most would consider an invasive weed. Yet, it is a multi-purpose functional weed. Seems to be an oxymoron but, depending on where you live and your family’s heritage, a person may have different feelings toward said weed. Pokeweed. Pidgeon Berry. Pokeberry. Poke Salad. Pol

Sarah Mayson
3 min read
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