Asarum-Canadense 1C

Wild ginger is a native spring wildflower that makes a lovely groundcover with its satiny heart-shaped leaves. Pollinated by ants its unique purplish brown flowers appear beneath the leaves in spring. Flowers are quite attractive on close inspection but are usually hidden from view by the foliage. The leaves of Asarum have a spicy fragrance when crushed but shouldn't be eaten. The roots are edible and can be used as a flavoring like ginger.