Meaning

A low-growing, perennial European plant (Asarum europaeum) characterized by glossy, dark green, kidney-shaped leaves and small, bell-shaped, brownish-purple flowers hidden near the ground.

Examples

• The asarabacca thrives in moist, shaded areas where few other plants can survive.
• Historically, the roots of the asarabacca were dried and ground for use in medicinal snuff.