Cactaceae Opuntia phaeacantha Engelm.

Tulip Pricklypear

Navajo - Food, Cooking Agent

Use documented by:
Lynch, Regina H., 1986, Cookbook, Chinle, AZ. Navajo Curriculum Center, Rough Rock Demonstration School, page 14

View all documented uses for Opuntia phaeacantha Engelm.

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Scientific name: Opuntia phaeacantha Engelm.
USDA symbol: OPPHP (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Tulip Pricklypear
Family: Cactaceae
Family (APG): Cactaceae
Native American Tribe: Navajo
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Cooking Agent
Notes: Seed flour used to thicken soups, puddings or fruit dishes.

RECRD: 6523 id: 24728

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