Apiaceae Cymopterus acaulis (Pursh) Raf.
Plains Springparsley
Navajo - Food, Spice
Use documented by:
Lynch, Regina H., 1986, Cookbook, Chinle, AZ. Navajo Curriculum Center, Rough Rock Demonstration School, page 28
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Cymopterus acaulis (Pursh) Raf.
Scientific name: Cymopterus acaulis (Pursh) Raf.
USDA symbol: CYACA (
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Common names: Plains Springparsley
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Navajo
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Spice
Notes: Dried plant used as an herb for mutton stew.
RECRD: 6557 id: 11812