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Columbian Bitterroot (Lewisia columbiana) is a perennial forb or herb native to the Pacific Northwest of North America, including British Columbia and states like Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Columbian Bitterroot (Latin: Lewisia columbiana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Columbian Bitterroot is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Columbian Bitterroot is a member native to BRC, IDA, MNT, ORE, and WAS. Columbian Bitterroot thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy) or medium in texture.
Columbian Bitterroot grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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