September’s birth flower, the Morning Glory was originally used in China for medicinal purposes. In Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia, the leaves are stir-fried with chili pepper, garlic, ginger, and other spices; in Thailand, water morning glory is popularly eaten raw with green papaya salad. Morning Glory Farm provides organic fruits and vegetables, baked goods, fresh juices and sweet scented bouquets for Martha’s Vineyard. September 2013 |