Photo: KEF127..Western Starflowers/Trientalis latifoliaPrimrose Family The genus name derives from the Latin word for "one-third foot," referring to the height of this charming plant. Although it is commonly called Indian Potato, because of the small underground swelling at the base of the stem, modern references do not mention edibility, so caution is advised. The similar Northern Starflower (T. arctica), which grows in wet places from Alaska south to northwestern California, has white flowers and obovate leaves. At the link, more pictures and slideshow |
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