Pediomelum esculentum

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Map

Pediomelum esculentum - voucher

Voucher

Pediomelum esculentum - Field picture

Field Photo

Pediomelum information

Traditional knowledge
"Indian bread root" has been a staple food source for the Niisitapi. The tuberous root is collected and can be dried or used promptly. Common preparations include pounding into a powder to be mixed into soups or mixed with fat for a doughy snack.

Plant details
Habitat
Prairie, east-facing slopes, in sheltered areas.

Description 
Perennial, low <50cm, prominent tuberous root, dense white hairs throughout, palmate long petioled leaves, dense terminal spikes.