Tag: Lambs quarter

Lamb's quarter, a highly nutritious edible weed found worldwide, is often mistaken for a simple garden pest. However, unlike many garden intruders, nearly all parts of lamb's quarter are edible and can be a delicious addition to your diet when properly identified and prepared.

According to agricultural studies, lamb's quarter (Chenopodium album) is a weed with an exceptionally high oxalate content, even more so than spinach. For foragers and home gardeners curious about this nutrient-dense wild edible, understanding the answer to "does lamb's quarter have oxalates?" is crucial for safe consumption.