While Asarum caudatum is by far the most common native species of wild ginger, there is a second worth mentioning: Asarum marmoratum is a beautiful but fairly obscure species that is …

It grows as an understory plant in moist, montane forests (0-1200 meters / 2200 feet) of the Pacific Northwest, and is found in British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, …

While somewhat deer resistent, it is a favorite of snails and slugs. It is not related to culinary ginger and consumption of large amounts could be toxic.

Asarum caudatum is found in British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Northern California, [7] Idaho, and Montana [3] in moist, shaded environments. Its northernmost populations occur …

Nov 8, 2016 · Burgundy with a brownish tinge and enchantingly mysterious in appearance, they typically bloom from April to July in Oregon. You may not even notice them unless you’re …

Western Wild Ginger spreads by creeping rhizomes to create a beautiful carpet within a few years. While a strong spreader, it is not invasive. Deer resistant, its large leaves and low …

A remarkably handsome native ground cover for shady areas, Wild Ginger forms a lush, lustrous carpet of dark green, heart-shaped leaves 2-6" across. Reddish brown flowers with long tails …

Groundcover with unique maroon flowers hidden under heart-shaped glossy leaves in spring; it has edible roots.

Apr 1, 2025 · Horticulture Report: Asarum caudatum, aka: Western Wild Ginger Posted on April 1, 2025 by AGC

Native Range: Commonly found in moist woodlands from the Cascades west to the Pacific Coast (Asarum caudatum), in the far southwest corner of Oregon, in the Siskiyou mountains (Asarum …