Miner's Lettuce

Miner's Lettuce
Claytonia perfoliata ssp. perfoliata

[klay-TOH-nee-uh  per-foh-lee-AY-tuh]

FAMILY: Portulacaceae (Purslane)

DESCRIPTION: {native} A sprawling plant with long stems, a single (almost succulent) leaf encircling the stem and a small cluster of white flowers.

HABITAT: Shaded cooler areas.

NOTES: Leaves are edible and very good on salads.

Leaf with flower buds
Plant
Golden pollen Flower
Leaf with seeds