Tag: Is it edible

While many assume sweet potato vines are purely decorative, the leaves and tubers of the *Ipomoea batatas* species are, in fact, edible. This might be surprising for those who have only encountered them as ornamental fillers in container gardens and hanging baskets.

According to scientific research, the touch-me-not plant, *Mimosa pudica*, contains the toxic alkaloid mimosine, and despite some traditional medicinal uses, it is not recommended for consumption. Knowing the risks associated with this plant is crucial before considering any form of ingestion.