Arrowleaf Balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata) (7235148352)

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Description: Balsamorhiza sagittata — Arrowleaf balsamroot (Asteraceae family). Per the U.S. Forest Service: "Nearly all parts of this plant were used as food by various Native American groups. The roots may be baked or steamed and eaten, as well as the young shoots. The immature flower stems could be peeled and eaten; the flowers themselves are good browse for wildlife. Balsamroot seeds are nutritious and oil-rich, another good source of food. The root could be used as a coffee substitute. It was also used medicinally.". Date: 19 May 2012, 12:55. Source: Arrowleaf Balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata). Author: Leslie Seaton from Seattle, WA, USA. Camera location47° 22′ 33.72″ N, 121° 02′ 50.51″ W View all coordinates using: OpenStreetMap 47.376034; -121.047363.