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For millennia, across Southeast Asia and in Ayurvedic and Chinese traditions, Asiatic pennywort, also known as Gotu Kola, has been widely used as a culinary vegetable and medicinal herb. Its long history of use provides a strong foundation for understanding its edibility and health properties, though caution is necessary for proper identification and consumption.

While most gardeners consider common chickweed a nuisance weed, its status as a nutrient-dense edible plant has been known by foragers and herbalists for centuries. Yes, young, tender chickweed shoots are completely safe to eat and offer a mild, fresh flavor, making them a worthy addition to your nutrition diet.