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Large-leaved avens
Geum macrophyllum

Family: Rosaceae


What it is like

A herb that keeps growing from year to year. The flowers are erect and spreading. The petals are white and the sepals are green.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows in open forest and moist meadows across Canada.

Countries/locations it is found in

Canada, North America


How it is used for food

The root is used for making a chocolate like drink. They are also used as a seasoning. The leaves are eaten.

Edible parts

Root, leaves


How it is grown


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