Polygonaceae Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.

Canaigre Dock

Pima - Food, Bread & Cake

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 51

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Scientific name: Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
USDA symbol: RUHY (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canaigre Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Bread & Cake
Notes: Seeds formerly roasted, ground, added to water to form flat cakes, baked and eaten.

RECRD: 44816 id: 35413

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