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Wild Ginger

Asarum canadense

Photo by chesterbperry
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34.9953, -85.1837

Field Notes

Description:

A lovely delicate plant that requires some searching to find the flowers. Wild ginger is an excellent tonic for the digestive system. It is also a welcome addition to the woodland garden, making an excellent groundcover.

Habitat:

Mixed woods

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Comments (1)
YukoChartraw
Very exotic and beautiful flower! I wonder if they grow in Pacific NW.

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Flowers of the Southeastern United States
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Flowers of North America
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Biodiversity of SouthEastern US
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Edible and Useful Plants of the East
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Biodiversity of Audubon Acres
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PublishedApril 12, 2013

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