Native species
33Species naturally occurring in Denmark — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
50Plants with edible parts documented in Denmark. Always identify positively before harvest.
Medicinal traditional + clinical
28Species with documented medicinal applications. See individual plant profiles for evidence + safety.
Introduced naturalized + cultivated
17Non-native species established in Denmark. 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 Denmark 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 Denmark?
50 speciess — 33 native and 17 introduced. Of these, 50 are edible and 28 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in Denmark?
Common edible species include Almond, Anthriscus cerefolium, Charlock, Common sheep sorrel, Crataegus heterophylla. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in Denmark?
28 medicinal plants catalogued for Denmark, including Almond, Common sheep sorrel, Crataegus heterophylla, Dandelion - Kukraundha, Knotweed.
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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