Wood Sorrel
Oxalis acetosella
Culinary: Used as a garnish to a host of fish dishes or in salad.
Health/Cosmetic: A tonic made can cure a hangover.
Additional uses: Its roots used by the American Indians to develop muscle
growth in their horses.
Where: Found on sites of ancient woodland, hiding in the shade under ferns &
brambles.
When: Can be collected all year round.

For the foragers of this world, Wood Sorrel is one of the more elusive & exciting plants to find. Hiding in the depths of ancient forest, it is a truly beautiful plant...
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A short film about picking Wood Sorrel