Liliaceae Polygonatum biflorum (Walt.) Ell.

King Solomon's Seal

Cherokee - Food, Winter Use Food

Use documented by:
Witthoft, John, 1977, Cherokee Indian Use of Potherbs, Journal of Cherokee Studies 2(2):250-255, page 252

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Scientific name: Polygonatum biflorum (Walt.) Ell.
USDA symbol: POBIC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: King Solomon's Seal
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Winter Use Food
Notes: Rhizomes boiled and eaten especially during winter.

RECRD: 44541 id: 28822

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