Pokeweed or Pokeberry, is a native plant to most of the U.S. It is commonly viewed as a weed. The name "poke" comes from a Native American word "pakon" which can be loosely translated to the word "dye". The berries of this plant were commonly used for dyes and even ink for writing. 
 
The plant's components have a bad reputation for being toxic. However, when prepared correctly they are edible. In fact, poke greens were canned and sold commercially in the U.S. until the year 2000. Poke greens harvested by early settlers and in rural areas were known to be some of the earliest wild edible greens of the season. The roots and seeds are thought to be the most toxic parts of the plant. The berries WITH SEEDS REMOVED are thought to be the least toxic. The earliest leaves of the plant were harvested as edible greens. Once the plant has reached a height of more than 7 inches, the plant should be avoided for edible greens. 
 
If you would like more info on the uses for this plant, please read more using the link below.
https://www.eattheweeds.com/can-be-deadly-but-oh-so-delicious-pokeweed-2/
 
Packet of approx 25 seeds
 
Shipping materials are recycled. Please feel free to compost our shredded paper we use for cushioning. The package may have been reused. Feel free to reuse again, use as mulch, or recycle.
 
Seed packets may be shipped any day of the week. Plants are only shipped on Mondays and Tuesdays. This is to avoid plants sitting at a post office or warehouse over a weekend and reducing shipping stress on plants. Plants arrive healthier and quicker when you select priority shipping. Plants ship from Florida. Keep that in mind when deciding to buy and selecting shipping options. 
 
No refunds, exchanges, or returns. By purchasing this plant, you are accepting the risk of having plants mailed to you. Our most common carrier is USPS. Any damaged packages, damaged plants, dead plants or irregular shipping patterns should be claimed through the USPS insurance claims system. All orders come with a standard insurance of up to $100.00. You will need to provide the following for an insurance claim:
Receipt of your order that you can obtain through your order history or email.
Pictures of the package upon arrival
Pictures of the contents upon arrival