Asteraceae Taraxacum sp.

Dandelion

Alaska Native - Food, Dietary Aid

Use documented by:
Heller, Christine A., 1953, Edible and Poisonous Plants of Alaska, University of Alaska, page 71

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Scientific name: Taraxacum sp.
Common names: Dandelion
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Alaska Native
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Raw, fresh leaves used as an excellent source for vitamin C and pro-vitamin A.

RECRD: 6924 id: 39400

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