Portulacaceae Claytonia sibirica L.
Siberian Springbeauty
Alaska Native - Food, Dietary Aid
Use documented by:
Heller, Christine A., 1953, Edible and Poisonous Plants of Alaska, University of Alaska, page 25
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Claytonia sibirica L.
Scientific name: Claytonia sibirica L.
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Common names: Siberian Springbeauty
Family: Portulacaceae
Family (APG): Portulacaceae
Native American Tribe: Alaska Native
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Leaves properly prepared and used as a good source of vitamin C and pro-vitamin A.
RECRD: 6869 id: 10160