SAS 042 – Arctic & Desert Plants

Water is vital to desert survival. Learn water Bearing plants. Eat only  if you have water. Some of the water filled edible plants are barrel cacti, Prickly pears.

Cut away spines, peel and cook tender young pads. Roast seeds for flour. Tap stems for water. Beware very prickly. 

SAS 042 - Arctic & Desert Plants

SAS 042 – Arctic & Desert Plants

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