Edible Sierra Nevada Plants
Dicotyledon Genera Descriptions
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Onagraceae - Evening Primrose Family
Clarkia
Clarkia biloba, C. dudleyana, C. lassenensis,
C. purpurea, C. rhomboidea, C. unguiculata,
C. williamsoniiThe small seeds may be eaten raw or after grinding.
Willow Herb
The young stems and leaves of this species only may be cooked like asparagus and eaten raw in salads. The older leaves fresh or dry make a good tea. The pith of the stems may be added to soups.
Evening Primrose
Oenothera contorta, Oe. heterantha, Oe. hookeri ssp angustifolia,
Oe. micrantha, Oe. tanacetifolia, Oe. xylocarpaThe roots are best when gathered in the spring and may be cut into small pieces and used in stews, etc.
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