Native in the Pacific Northwest from British Columbia to Oregon, east to Idaho and Montana. Grows best in moist, well drained soil in open woodlands, but is drought tolerant once established. Trailing stems root freely forming large mats. The leaves have a very pleasant sharp ginger smell. The roots can be eaten fresh or dried, and may be ground as a ginger substitute. Both the leaves and roots have been used as medicinal teas and poultices.

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