Is Nine Leaf Biscuitroot Edible? A Comprehensive Guide
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For centuries, Native American tribes across the West have utilized the edible roots of nine leaf biscuitroot (Lomatium triternatum). A long-standing staple food, the plant is still appreciated today for its mildly sweet, starchy root, and aromatic leaves and seeds. However, foragers must exercise extreme caution due to its membership in the Apiaceae family, which also contains deadly poisonous plants.
