The bear's root blooms: Gehlberg discovers the wild herbs!

The bear's root blooms: Gehlberg discovers the wild herbs!

Gehlberg, Deutschland - In the picturesque altitudes of the Gehlberger mountains, not only nature blooms, but also knowledge of the domestic wild herbs. The Bärwurz, which grows here on the mountain meadows and is passionately appreciated by the Gehlberger Kerstin Burkhardt, is particularly popular with the locals. In her environment, she made a name for herself as an expert in wild herbs. Among other things, Burkhardt uses elderberry for refreshing lemonade and tough delicious buckwheat pancakes with these ingredients. As in south-wing) (https://www.insuedthueringen.de/inhalt.wildkrauter-auf-der-baerwurz-liebt-die-berge.dfe6fbcf-561a 47e4-a9e21f30.html) reported in June and is very special and power collecting herbs into a sensual experience.

The bear's root, scientifically known as a meum athamanticum, shows itself as a charming kitchen herb with pretty flower toilets and delicate, several feathered leaves. With a height of 20 to 40 cm and an intense, anis -like fragrance, it is a real enrichment for every herb garden. This easy -care plant belongs to the family of the Doldenblütler (Apiaceae) and can be found in areas such as the Harz, Fichtelgebirge and, of course, in the assembly regions of central Europe. In Germany, on the other hand, the bear's root is rare, especially in the Bavarian Alps. So [Plantura informed.

About the properties of the Bärwurz

If you want to use the bear's root in your kitchen, you have many options. Whether in cream cheese, as a spice for salads or dried - the edible plant parts can be used in a variety of ways. The leaves are particularly aromatic before flowering. It should be emphasized that the roots can be harvested in autumn and prepared as vegetables. The bear root needs a sunny to partially shaded location and grows best on fresh, permeable soils. According to Essbarepflanzen.de, the plant has a harvest time for the seeds from July to August.

For everyone who not only wants to cook, but also want to garden, it should be said: The bear root is a cold germ and needs a cool phase to germinate. Therefore, the sowing must ideally be carried out in late summer until autumn or from January to March. A pruning helps the plant to a compact growth shape. It is also important to avoid waterlogging, which simplifies the requirements for care.

A look into the future

Kerstin Burkhardt points out that the beautiful meadows of the Gehlberger mountains will change in just four weeks and thus also the wild herb landscape. This dynamic makes collecting and knowledge about the crops all the more important.

Despite the tasty properties, a very special focus should also be on the risk of confusion with other plants. The bear's root could be confused with the poisonous spotted Schierling, which, however, smells more infi captain and has no hair stone leaves. Developing a good feeling in nature is fully in the interest of herb collectors and nature lovers.

Overall, it turns out that the bear root not only represents a great enrichment for the kitchen, but also teaches a lot about nature and living together with it. It is worth learning more about this interesting plant and maybe having a good knack for collecting wild herbs yourself.