Wild cuisine: Discover the healing herbs in Drömling!

Wild cuisine: Discover the healing herbs in Drömling!

In the heart of the Drömling Biosphere Reserve, summer is blooming in bright colors as the wild herbs are now growing in all their glory. MDR reports that many of these plants are not only edible, but also endowed with remarkable healing properties. The well-known herb expert Dorit Bierstedt guides interested visitors through the landscape and explains the diverse possibilities for using wild herbs.

The beauty of nature is now evident in early summer, when wild herbs such as the corn poppy and the ribwort plantain sprout. The petals of the poppy are ideal for salads, while the ribwort plantain is considered a real miracle cure. It not only relieves itching and inflammation, but also has an antibacterial effect and helps with coughs as a tea. Its spicy leaves are also a tasty addition to salads.

Stinging nettle – the queen of wild herbs

The nettle has a special reputation among wild herbs; she is referred to as the “Queen of Wild Herbs”. Dorit Bierstedt knows that the upper leaves of the nettle are particularly rich in nutrients. She often uses them in salads and soups. Young nettle leaves have a slightly nutty aroma and can be wonderfully integrated into dishes. Before preparation, however, it is important to wash the leaves thoroughly and, if necessary, steam them or chop them finely.

The diversity of wild herbs is impressive. The large broadleaf plantain is also widespread and grows along many paths and meadows. Its leaves, fresh and young, are not only tasty but also help against itching caused by insect bites. A real enrichment for every salad!

Legal regulations and safety when collecting

However, before you start collecting wild herbs, it is important to observe a few legal regulations. Unfortunately, picking many herbs is not permitted in Drömling. Collecting is generally permitted, but only in small quantities for personal use, in accordance with the hand bouquet rule. NDR also emphasizes that caution should be taken when collecting, as not all plants are harmless. Umbelliferous plants in particular can be poisonous.

To avoid dangerous mix-ups, Bierstedt recommends using the “Flora Incognita” app, which helps identify unknown plants. The protection and preservation of these valuable plant species is not only important for our nutrition, but also for the biodiversity and stability of ecosystems.

The world of wild plants has a lot to offer and is an exciting field that is of interest not only to hobby gardeners, but also to health-conscious people. On plants-diversity.net You can find a lot of information about edible and poisonous wild plants and their properties. Wild herbs invite you to immerse yourself in nature and discover its treasures - in the spirit of sustainability and biodiversity.