Chickweed is a creeping annual and sometimes biennial flowering
groundcover that is native to Europe. Although the plant is known by
many common names like Adder's mouth, stitchwort, tongue grass and
starweed, it is called common chickweed because it’s a favorite foraging
plant for chickens.
The herb has a high saponin content, which gives foods and topical
formulations a creamy texture. Stir powdered chickweed into soups,
curries and sauces, or blend into smoothies for extra frothiness and
added nutrition.
