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Biscuitroot, scientifically known as Lomatium grayi, is a perennial forb or herb native to the western United States, including regions such as British Columbia, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Biscuitroot (Latin: Lomatium grayi, family Apiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Biscuitroot is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Biscuitroot is a member of the Apiaceae family native to BRC, COL, IDA, NEV, NWM, and ORE. Biscuitroot thrives in full sun and can tolerate a variety of soil types, including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay).
Biscuitroot grows best in full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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