The carrot family: some basic kitchen vegetables and a passel of herbs -- The mint family: square stems and fragrant leaves -- The sunflower family: some rough stuff from out of doors -- The knotweed family: three strong personalities -- The cabbage family: the sometimes difficult crucifiers -- The nighshade family: the sun lovers -- The goosefoot and amaranth families: edible weeds, leaves and seeds -- The (former) lily family: onions and aparagus -- The cucurbit family: the sensual squashes, melons, and gourds -- The grass family: grains and cereals -- The legume family: peas and beans -- The morning glory family: the sweet potato.