| Description: A low-growing plant with large, kidney-shaped leaves and inconspicuous maroon flowers below. Although it is not related to culinary ginger, its roots produce a similar smell and Native Americans used them to season food. |
| Propagation: Seeds or division of the rhizomes in fall |
| Initial bloom (month and week): April W3 |
| Garden name: Shady Woodland Garden |
| Color of flower: Maroon |
| Height: 6″ |
| Spread: 6-12″ |
| Family: Aristolochiaceae |
| Soil type: Neutral woodland |
| Soil moisture: Moist |
| Light: Shade to part shade |
| Zone: 3-7 |