Japanese Knotweed: Edible Invasive

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Japanese knotweed is one of the most versatile ingredients in the forager's spring pantry and one of the most invasive plants in the U.S. today. In this walk-and-talk, we'll discuss the best time and way to harvest it, its use in the supplement industry, and techniques to include it in warming soups, quick pickles, slow braises, and delicious desserts. Outside only; rain or shine.

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Schedule:	Thursday, April 23, 2026
Times:	11:00am-01:00pm EDT
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Meeting Date Start Time End Time Thursday, April 23, 2026 11:00am 01:00pm Meeting Date Start Time End Time Thursday, April 23, 2026 11:00am 01:00pm
Instructor:	Journei Bimwala Journei Bimwala Journei Bimwala Journei Bimwala is a Clinical Herbalist, Foraging Practitioner, and educator dedicated to reconnecting communities with nature and ancestral plant knowledge. As a founding member of NYC's only public Foodway, she advocates for equitable access to green spaces and traditional healing practices. Through foraging tours, herbal wellness classes, and storytelling, Journei teaches people how to identify, use, and honor the plants around them. Her work has been featured in The Guardian and The New York Times. She is also one of the founder of One Heartbeat, a nonprofit supporting water access and community well-being in the Congo.
Location:	NYBG, Watson Room 102 2900 Southern Blvd Bronx, NY 10458
Session Number:	264CKG220
Price:	Price Non-Member : $65.00 Member : $59.00

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