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Skunk Cabbage can refer to three species which can be found in wetlands throughout the U.S., U.K. and Asia. It is a low growing, foul smelling plant. The smell attracts its pollinators. Native people were known to eat the leaves, and use the plant for medicinal purposes.
October 2, 2008 6:36 AM | Category: Plants