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Claytonia species
Indian or Eskimo potato plant


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  • Scientific Name: Claytonia species
  • Common Name(s): Eskimo potato, Indian potato, Spring Beauty
  • Edible: yes
  • Medicinal: no
  • Parts Used: root


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    13 Aug, 2008

    Description: All Claytonia species are somewhat fleshy plants only a few centimeters tall, with showy flowers about 2.5 centimeters across.
    Current Rating: 0.0000
    Logos
    13 Aug, 2008

    Habitat and Distribution: Some species are found in rich forests where they are conspicuous before the leaves develop. Western species are found throughout most of the northern United States and in Canada.
    Current Rating: 0.0000
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    13 Aug, 2008

    Edible Parts: The tubers are edible but you should boil them before eating.
    Current Rating: 0.0000

    All Tags
    Eskimo potato | Indian potato | tuber
    All Pictures

    Indian or Eskimo potato plant


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