Camassia quamash subsp. breviflora
(Pursh) Greene, Gould
Common camas, Small camas, Blue camas
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCamassia quamash, commonly known as camas, kwetlal, small camas, common camas, common camash or quamash, is a perennial herb. It is native to western North America in large areas of southern Canada and the northwestern United States.
Description
A herb that has a bulb. The leaves are 1-2 cm wide. The flowers are bright blue. The fruit is a capsule 7-16 mm long. There are 5-10 seeds.
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Edible Uses
The bulbs and roots are edible.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Notes
Also put in the family Hyacinthaceae.
References (1)
- USDA plants.
