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Oenothera ovata

Nutt. in T. & G.

Onagraceae Edible: Leaves

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Description

A temperate herb in the evening primrose family.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are eaten raw, boiled, or steamed.

Traditional Uses

The leaves are eaten raw, boiled or steamed.

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Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

North America, USA,

References (1)

  • Bocek, B. R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington. Economic Botany 38(2): 240-255

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