Stellaria media
Habitat:
Gardens, shaded ground
Season:
Year-round in mild weather
Identification:
Low-growing with small white star-like flowers and a single line of hairs on the stem.
Edible Parts:
Leaves, stems
Uses:
Salads, sandwiches, pesto
Lookalikes & Cautions:
Very few dangerous lookalikes.
Ethical Notes:
Harvest sparingly — delicate plant.
