Orach is a low growing herb, with a tangle of sprawling stems, and variable leaves, generally lance-shapped. Young leaves may be mealy and older leaves may be lobed at the base. Flowers are borne on an interrupted spike. Easiest to identify in its habitat.

Yarmouth and Cumberland counties to Cape Breton

Young leaves delicious added to salad; older leaves may be steamed or cooked like spinach. Relative of spinach, beets and swiss chard