A herb thought to be found only in north Cornwall. Could you send details (and a picture) to queries@whatamieating.com if you know more?
Bitter almonds are used in almond liqueurs and confections, although their use is illegal in North America as they contain prussic acid which is lethal unless heated.
Bitter apple. Colocynth. A type of gourd about the size of an orange. It has bitter, spongy flesh and is used as a laxative. It is drought resistant so grows well in sandy places.
Bitter apple. Colocynth. A type of gourd about the size of an orange. It has bitter, spongy flesh and is used as a laxative. It is drought resistant so grows well in sandy places.
The bitter gourd or bitter melon is a small, knobbly, crocodile-skinned, dark green, cucumber-like vegetable of the gourd family with silvery-green flesh, pale brown seeds and a very bitter flavour. It is normally split and deseeded and the bitterness can be reduced by salting. It can be braised with other foods and strong spices, pickled or used in salads.
