Cardamine concatenata
(Michx.) Alph.Wood.
Cut-leaved toothwort
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCardamine concatenata, the cutleaved toothwort, crow's toes, pepper root or purple-flowered toothwort, is a flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. It is a perennial woodland wildflower native to eastern North America.
Description
A cabbage family herb. The stems are erect and 20-40 cm tall. It has a long rhizome with fleshy segments.
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Edible Uses
The roots can be washed, chopped and ground in vinegar to be used as a horseradish substitute. According to Hussey (1974), "the Indians ate the pungent root."
Traditional Uses
The peppery root is chopped and added to salads or soups.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 33
