Types and pictures of wild vegetables in Yunnan

Yunnan is China's most mountainous province. Various kinds of plants grow in its mountains, and it is known as the "Plant Kingdom". Among these wild plants, there are many wild vegetables that can be eaten by humans. Today, the editor will take you to get to know them and show you the types and pictures of Yunnan wild vegetables.

Types and pictures of wild vegetables in Yunnan

1. Yunnan wild vegetable wheat grass

Wheat grass is one of the most common wild vegetables in Yunnan. It is a perennial herb that grows mostly in mountainous areas. Its young leaves and stems can be harvested in April and May every spring. After harvesting, wash them and they taste good whether fried or boiled.

2. Yunnan wild vegetables Qingming vegetables

Qingmingcai is also an edible wild vegetable in Yunnan. It is a biennial herb that mainly grows in local fields and ridges. When it grows up, it has an upright stem of about 50 cm. Every spring, it grows fresh young leaves. At this time, people can harvest its tender tips, rinse them with clean water at home, and then put them in rice to cook porridge, or add flour and eggs to make pancakes. It is a good choice.

3. Yunnan wild vegetable Bidens pilosa

Bidens pilosa is one of the wild vegetables unique to Yunnan. It is an annual wild herb. It mostly grows near some ditches and sometimes can be seen in wastelands or fields. The nutritional value of this Bidens pilosa is very high. Its young leaves and twigs can be harvested and eaten between July and September. After harvesting, go home and wash them clean, then stir-fry them directly.