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Family:

Arum Family

Wetlands, swamps, moist soils

1. Large yellow leaf surrounds flower.

2. Strong odor attracts insect pollinators.

3. Large, thick leaves.

1. Poisonous if eaten raw. Calcium oxalate crystals in leaves cause swelling of body tissues.

2. Young leaves may be eaten if double boiled.

3. Dried roots used as a pepper-like flavoring.

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