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Thin cakes called Crumpits, made from seeds of Polygonum aviculare L. (Knot Grass)
Came across an early mention of Crumpets - in a herbarium !
Culinary uses of Polygonum aviculare L. (Knot Grass): 'The Seeds furnish a nutritious meal; it
is made into thin cakes called Crumpits.'
a small extract in a fascinating article by Jessica Shepherd, Natural History Research Assistant (St. Aubyn)
Bringing a herbarium to life at Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery
Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery via a grant from the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
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