Lomatium orientale
Coult. & Rose
Northern Idaho biscuitroot
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLomatium orientale, commonly known as salt-and-pepper, oriental desert parsley, or Northern Idaho biscuitroot, is a small spring blooming ephemeral plant. It grows in open habitats from the plains to foothills in western North America. It is known as one of the earliest blooming native flowers in its habitat.
Description
A temperate herbaceous plant in the carrot family.
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Edible Uses
The roots are eaten raw or baked.
Traditional Uses
The roots are eaten raw or baked.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 316
