Tag: Sagittaria

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.

Suzanne Collins famously named her protagonist Katniss Everdeen after the wild arrowhead plant, also known as Katniss, due to its ability to provide food and sustain life. Many people have since wondered, **are Katniss flowers edible**, or is it only the tubers? The answer is more complex, involving careful identification, preparation, and understanding the most valuable parts of this nutritious aquatic plant.