When the blossom first begins to open, the three long filaments projecting from the tips of the petals are anchored at the center of the flower. As the plant matures, they break free to form the long tails shown here. Although it is not a true Ginger, the leaves and roots give off a decidedly gingery odor and may be used as a substitute for culinary ginger. However, given the scarcity of the species in local areas, I would strongly advise against collecting. Simply appreciate the rare beauty of this plant in the wild...if you're clever enough to spot it!
365Caws is now in its 14th year of publication, and was originally intended to end after 365 days. It has sometimes been difficult for me to find new material, particularly during the winter months, but now as I enter my own twilight years, I cannot guarantee that I will be able to provide daily posts. It is my hope that along the way I may have inspired someone to a greater curiosity about the natural world. If so, I can rest, content in the knowledge that my work here has been done.
Friday, July 13, 2012
Wild Ginger, Asarum Caudatum
When the blossom first begins to open, the three long filaments projecting from the tips of the petals are anchored at the center of the flower. As the plant matures, they break free to form the long tails shown here. Although it is not a true Ginger, the leaves and roots give off a decidedly gingery odor and may be used as a substitute for culinary ginger. However, given the scarcity of the species in local areas, I would strongly advise against collecting. Simply appreciate the rare beauty of this plant in the wild...if you're clever enough to spot it!
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