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ENJOY THE DELICIOUS  WILD NETTLE PLANT: An excellent food, medicine, and fibre source   Christopher Nyerges [Nyerges is the author of “Guide to Wild Foods,” “How to Survive Anywhere,” “Foraging California” and others.  He has led Wild Food Outings since 1974, and he lectures and writes on natural sciences and...

TOYON — a fruit that matures in winter

TOYON BERRIES: a traditional native food which matures in winter Christopher Nyerges [Nyerges is the author of “Nuts and Berries of California,” “Foraging California,” and other books. He leads ethno-botanical walks. For more information, contact him at Box 41834, Eagle Rock, CA 90041, or www.SchoolofSelf-Reliance.com.] Toyon is a relatively common...