Includes index.

"From roots to shoots, from almonds to zucchini, from field and forest to the family table - this delectable guide reveals the intriguing stories of the world's favorite food plants. Edible invites us on a gorgeously illustrated tour through the world garden to discover the origins, traditions, and contemporary culture of more than 450 fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains, herbs, and spices. Splashed with hundreds of appetizing images and written by top culinary and horticultural experts, Edible highlights the historical significance of food plants and tells their individual stories in an extensive directory of species - listing geographical origins, botanical facts, traditional uses, and culinary tips for hundreds of plants."--BOOK JACKET.