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wild ginger

 
Dictionary: wild ginger

n.
Any of various plants of the genus Asarum, especially A. canadense of North America, having broad leaves, a solitary brownish flower, and an aromatic root. Also called heartleaf.


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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: low-growing perennial herb with pungent gingery leaves and rhizomes


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Wild ginger may refer to any of a variety of plants, often with a similar appearance, odour or taste to cultivated ginger. Species involved include:



 
 

 

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