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Indian Cucumber Root

Medeola virginiana

Photo by jillmbader
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Field Notes

Description:

Erect perennial , 12-30" tall. 1-2 whorls of leaves, lower has 5-11 leaves, upper has 3 leaves. Upper leaves are typically reddened at the base.Flowers are nodding greenish yellow on slender stalks from the upper whorl, blooming in April-May. Produces round dark purple berries. Rhizome is edible, tastes like cucumber.

Habitat:

Forests of eastern USA.

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PublishedMarch 16, 2012

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