Columbian lewisiaMontiaceae (formerly Portulacaceae)Range: Canada (British Columbia), USA (Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Montana)British Columbia, Canada (Cultivated)All species of Lewisia are edible. Lewisia rediviva has a large edible root and as a result became a food source for local Native Americans. The root is peeled before boiling or steaming; cooking the root reduces its bitterness.Flower closeup
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