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Hidden Roots: Finding Traditional Edible Plants in Singapore with Alexius Yeo

by The Urbanist Singapore
24 May • 03:00pm

Discover Singapore's wild edible plants through a sensory walk exploring Chinese and Malay traditional knowledge in nutrition and healing.

Hidden Roots Finding Traditional Edible Plants in Singapore with Alexius Yeo
Guided by nature author Alexius Yeo, this walk transforms urban landscape into a living classroom of traditional botanical knowledge. Embark on a botanical journey through Queenstown, and uncover the edible plants that once nourished and healed Singaporeans. Identify wild plants, learn cultivation techniques, and conclude with a fascinating tasting session that brings forgotten flavours and stories to life.
The Urbanist Singapore

Yong Min is a heritage educator and founder of The Urbanist Singapore, reaching over 80,000 followers through engaging digital storytelling on Singapore’s history and urban design. His honours thesis at the National University of Singapore earned him the Preservation of Monuments Board’s Best Thesis Award in 2009. Yong curates immersive heritage walks and has been featured at major festivals, with his work recognised by leading media outlets.

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