1. suitable for eating; edible
Usage: formal; archaic

1. something that is edible, especially a vegetable
Usage: formal; archaic

Examples

• The botanist identified several esculent plants in the forest.
• Wild mushrooms should be carefully examined to determine if they are esculent.
• The cookbook featured recipes using common esculents from the garden.
• Many weeds are actually esculent and nutritious when properly prepared.
• The survival guide listed various esculent roots and berries.
• Traditional cultures often have extensive knowledge of local esculents.