Asarum europaeum

Asarum europaeum is a creeping, evergreen perennial with glossy green, kidney-shaped leaves and solitary, dull purple flowers. It is native to parts of Europe and is sometimes cultivated in gardens. Despite its ginger-like aroma, it is not closely related to culinary ginger. The plant has been used historically as a spice, in snuff, and for medicinal purposes as an emetic and cathartic. However, it is now known to be nephrotoxic and contains aristolochic acid, which is a potent carcinogen. The FDA warns against its consumption. It is distributed across several European countries, including Belgium, Denmark, France, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.