Silverweed

Cinquefoil

Argentina spp.

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• rhizomes are edible raw, though possibly bitter.

• rhizomes is best when roasted, boiled, or fried for several minutes.

• roots can be dried for storage.

• roots are best when collected in autumn or spring.

• varieties in the Pacific Northwest include Common silverweed (Argentina anserina) and Pacific silverweed (Argentina pacifica).

• grows in moist, open areas in plains, foothills, and montane regions.