Native species
1Species naturally occurring in Germany — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
50Plants with edible parts documented in Germany. Always identify positively before harvest.
Medicinal traditional + clinical
23Species with documented medicinal applications. See individual plant profiles for evidence + safety.
Introduced naturalized + cultivated
49Non-native species established in Germany. Some are valuable; some are invasive. Check each plant's notes.
Could grow here climate-matched · zone selection
24+Plants that are not yet recorded with a Germany distribution but match the local hardiness zones. Useful for foragers expanding the catalog and gardeners planning what to plant.
Frequently asked
How many plants are documented in Germany?
50 speciess — 1 native and 49 introduced. Of these, 50 are edible and 23 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in Germany?
Common edible species include bastard speedwell, Amaranthus campestris, Amelanchier confusa, Apple Serviceberry, Arrow Head. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in Germany?
23 medicinal plants catalogued for Germany, including bastard speedwell, Black Apricot, Blackberry, Bulbous Buttercup, Chinese Artichoke.
How is "native" vs "introduced" determined?
Status comes from TDWG botanical regions via Trefle. Native = naturally occurring there; introduced = brought in by humans, sometimes invasive. Both can be useful, but native species are typically the best fit for local conditions.
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