Is Giant Butterbur Edible? A Guide to Safe Foraging and Preparation
                                
                                
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                                According to the National Institutes of Health, some butterbur species contain potentially toxic compounds, but parts of the giant butterbur (*Petasites japonicus*) have been safely consumed as a delicacy for centuries. So, is giant butterbur edible? The answer is yes, but only with the right knowledge and careful preparation.