One flowered Cancer root
Orobanche uniflora
Family: Orobanchaceae
What it is like
It is a parasitic plant. It feeds off the roots of other plants especially Sedum species. It grows 3.5 cm long. The main stem is under the ground. The flowers are purple to white. The fruit is a capsule with 2 sections and many seeds.
There are about 140 Orobanche species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It mostly grows in forests.
Countries/locations it is found in
Canada, North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Stems, root