While Asarum caudatum is by far the most common native species of wild ginger, there is a second worth mentioning: Asarum marmoratum is a beautiful but fairly obscure species that is found in …

It grows as an understory plant in moist, montane forests (0-1200 meters / 2200 feet) of the Pacific Northwest, and is found in British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, and western …

While somewhat deer resistent, it is a favorite of snails and slugs. It is not related to culinary ginger and consumption of large amounts could be toxic.

Nov 8, 2016 · Burgundy with a brownish tinge and enchantingly mysterious in appearance, they typically bloom from April to July in Oregon. You may not even notice them unless you’re weeding on your …

Asarum caudatum is found in British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Northern California, [7] Idaho, and Montana [3] in moist, shaded environments. Its northernmost populations occur near Meziadin Lake. [8]

Great Plant Picks: This Pacific Northwest native is tops for the garden. Its bold, heart-shaped leaves are fully evergreen and release a spicy, ginger-and-citrus fragrance when crushed. Asarum caudatum …

A remarkably handsome native ground cover for shady areas, Wild Ginger forms a lush, lustrous carpet of dark green, heart-shaped leaves 2-6" across. Reddish brown flowers with long tails hide beneath …

Apr 1, 2025 · Horticulture Report: Asarum caudatum, aka: Western Wild Ginger Posted on April 1, 2025 by AGC

Native Range: Commonly found in moist woodlands from the Cascades west to the Pacific Coast (Asarum caudatum), in the far southwest corner of Oregon, in the Siskiyou mountains (Asarum …

Groundcover with unique maroon flowers hidden under heart-shaped glossy leaves in spring; it has edible roots.