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Crambe maritima<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overview<\/strong>
A striking coastal plant traditionally eaten as a spring vegetable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Habitat<\/strong>
Shingle beaches and upper shorelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Season<\/strong>
Spring (young shoots and leaves).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Identification Notes<\/strong>
Large bluish-green leaves; thick waxy texture; white flowers later in season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Uses<\/strong>
Steamed or blanched shoots and leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lookalikes & Cautions<\/strong>
Protected in some areas \u2014 harvesting may be illegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foraging Notes<\/strong>
Only harvest where permitted; take very lightly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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