Fabaceae Pediomelum esculentum (Pursh) Rydb.

Breadroot Scurfpea

Ponca - Food, Dried Food

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 92

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Scientific name: Pediomelum esculentum (Pursh) Rydb.
USDA symbol: PEES (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Breadroot Scurfpea
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Ponca
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dried Food
Notes: Peeled roots braided and dried for winter use.

RECRD: 31687 id: 25748

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