Miner's Lettuce is a succulent, edible plant with round, cup-like leaves and small white flowers. It was traditionally consumed by miners during the Gold Rush for its high vitamin C content. The plant is known for its mild, fresh flavor.
Best time to see a Miner's Lettuce
The best time to see a Miner's Lettuce is March–April, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 32,273 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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