Colour Challenge - Thursday Green : Pennywort
Good morning. Here is my entry to #colorchallenge thursday green initiated by @kalemandra.
So there's pennywort in the UK and dollarwort in the US - I wonder whether there is 'steemwort' anywhere (yet)...
I took this photo during one of my morning walks using my phone. I am very happy with the result because the lighting was just right for the contrast against the shade in the background.
The leaf actually reminded me of one of my favourite films, My Neighbour Totoro, where the character uses a leaf as an umbrella. I think this specimen would make an ideal umbrella too.
I forgot to add that at least in the UK this type of pennywort is edible. I have personally tried it and it's got a bit of a quiet taste but it can be put into salads.
Pennywort is one of my favourite wild edibles...
Hello @pennsif... It is supposed to be good for a number of ailments including sciatica ... I must check it out as it may also have side effects.
Useful to know. I often eat it when I am out and about... but I always pick it above dog level!