— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Skunk Weed (Navarretia squarrosa). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Skunk Weed, scientifically known as Navarretia squarrosa, is an annual forb or herb native to regions in western North America including British Columbia, California, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Skunk Weed (Latin: Navarretia squarrosa) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Skunk Weed is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Skunk Weed is a member native to BRC, CAL, MNT, ORE, PEN, and WAS. Skunk Weed thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Skunk Weed grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
Occasional email when substantial new content lands — plant profiles, seasonal growing notes, folk-remedy additions. Free, no tracking, unsubscribe anytime.
