Native species
1Species naturally occurring in United States — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
1Plants with edible parts documented in United States. Always identify positively before harvest.
Frequently asked
How many plants are documented in United States?
1 species — 1 native and 0 introduced. Of these, 1 are edible and 0 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in United States?
Common edible species include Muscadine Grape. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in United States?
We don't have medicinal plant data for United States yet.
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.
Other americas
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