Viscaceae Phoradendron californicum Nutt.

Mesquite Mistletoe

Pima, Gila River - Food, Fruit

Use documented by:
Rea, Amadeo M., 1991, Gila River Pima Dietary Reconstruction, Arid Lands Newsletter 31:3-10, page 5

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Scientific name: Phoradendron californicum Nutt.
USDA symbol: PHCA8 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Mesquite Mistletoe
Family: Viscaceae
Family (APG): Santalaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima, Gila River
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Fruit
Notes: Berries eaten cooked or raw.

RECRD: 8778 id: 26503

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