Can an Arrowhead be Eaten? Distinguishing Edible from Toxic Varieties
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For centuries, certain species of the aquatic arrowhead plant (*Sagittaria*) were a valuable food source for Native Americans, who consumed the starchy, potato-like tubers. However, the popular houseplant also called 'arrowhead' is toxic if ingested, making the question 'Can an arrowhead be eaten?' far more complex and dangerous than it seems.
