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05/29/2026

Nasturtium pods, also known as California capers or Poor Man’s capers are botanically classified as Tropaeolum majus. These are the fresh seed pods of the flowering Nasturtium plant that is entirely edible, including the leaves, flowers, stems, and seed pods.
 
Nasturtiums were planted in Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello Garden and were utilized as an ornamental and culinary ingredient. The first record of the plant was documented in 1774, and Jefferson categorized the seed pods as a fruit in his findings.
To learn more about their history, download our app. 
 

05/27/2026

Goose Tongue, botanically classified as Plantago maritima, is a widespread species belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. It has several regional names used among Indigenous populations in North America, including Passe‑Pierre, Suktéitl’, and Hlgit’ún t’áangal.

The species is found across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and northwestern Africa. Goose Tongue is not commercially cultivated and is typically foraged sustainably.

To learn more about foraged plants like this, download our app!

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05/22/2026

Devil’s Club (Oplopanax horridus, Araliaceae) is a spiny understory plant native to the Pacific Northwest. Its young leaf buds (harvested in spring–early summer) are a short‑season delicacy, typically picked when they’re 2–5 cm long and just emerging from an inedible brown sheath.
Devil’s Club may have a common name that evokes danger, but the species is cherished among indigenous American populations as a plant that repels evil. The species’ sharp spines are valued for their protective nature and are believed to ward off evil spirits, bad luck, and magic. Traditionally valued by Indigenous communities for both medicinal and cultural uses, Devil’s Club has been used for wellness (anti‑inflammatory and immune support) and is even regarded as a protective plant.
Foraging should be done carefully and responsibly, as the plant is slow‑growing and easily overharvested.  
Find out more about this plant on our app

05/20/2026

Ice Plants are available year-round, with a peak season from late spring to summer. Ice Plant is botanically a part of the Carpobrotus genus, (Aizoaceae family). Also known as Sea Fig, Sour Fig, Cape Fig, Pig Face. It is worth noting that, though Ice Plant fruits have several common names, such as figs, they are not botanically related to true figs.  Ice Plant species hybridize easily and are challenging to distinguish, making them and their history a highly debated plant category. Ice Plant is highly invasive in some regions worldwide, making it difficult to control. Today, Ice Plant thrives in bluffs, on dunes, beaches, chaparral, salt marshes, and grasslands
Comment below if you’ve tried this before.

05/15/2026

Surinam Cherries have a sweet-tart, acidic flavor with mild, earthy, and subtly bitter nuances, sometimes reminiscent of the vegetal earthiness found in green bell peppers. Surinam cherries have an unusual, often polarizing flavor, with some consumers appreciating the flavor, while others find it an acquired taste. Would you try it?

05/13/2026

Curly mint, or Mentha spicata var. crispa, is a variety of spearmint popularly used to prepare tea. The leaves are prized for their sweet, earthy flavor and are considered slightly milder than peppermint types. Learn more about Curly Mint and other rare varieties on the Specialty Produce App and tell us your favorite mint recipe below!

For the moms who always said “take some fruit with you” 🍓💚 Mother’s Day plans: matcha, strawberries, and accidentally tw...
05/09/2026

For the moms who always said “take some fruit with you” 🍓💚
Mother’s Day plans: matcha, strawberries, and accidentally twinning with mom.

Start a new tradition with matching outfits.

05/08/2026

Jabuticaba is back in stock for a limited time!
Jabuticaba is botanically classified as Plinia cauliflora from South America. In the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, the fruit is sold by a multitude of street vendors. So much fresh Jabuticaba fruit is consumed during its season that the streets and sidewalks nearby where it is sold are often stained purple from the discarded fruit skins.

Explore recipes and so much more on our Specialty Produce App or come try it in our San Diego warehouse before they sell out!

05/06/2026

Sage flowers are the edible blooms from select species in the Salvia genus, part of the mint family (Lamiaceae). Common edible varieties include Salvia officinalis (common sage), Salvia elegans (pineapple sage), Salvia nemorosa (meadow sage), and Salvia lavandulifolia (Spanish sage).

The genus name Salvia comes from the Latin “salvare,” meaning “to heal” or “to save,” reflecting how historically valued these plants have been across cultures.

Soft, fragrant, and milder than the leaves, the flowers carry herbal, slightly sweet, earthy, and floral notes. They are a versatile edible garnish across both savory and sweet applications.
Explore more edible plants like this in our app and tell us how you’d use sage flowers in your kitchen.

05/01/2026

Red Nhót fruit, also known as Goumi fruit, is the ripe stage of the green Nhót we shared earlier. While still sweet-tart and often quite acidic, it transforms in how it’s used once ripened — from pies, tarts, and jams to sauces, syrups, infused vinegar, and even wine.

Explore how this seasonal Vietnamese fruit is enjoyed in both its green and red forms on our Specialty Produce App.

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