Portulacaceae Claytonia tuberosa Pallas ex J.A. Schultes

Tuberous Springbeauty

Alaska Native - Food, Dietary Aid

Use documented by:
Heller, Christine A., 1953, Edible and Poisonous Plants of Alaska, University of Alaska, page 117

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Scientific name: Claytonia tuberosa Pallas ex J.A. Schultes
USDA symbol: CLTUT (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Tuberous Springbeauty
Family: Portulacaceae
Family (APG): Portulacaceae
Native American Tribe: Alaska Native
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Green, fresh leaves eaten raw as a source of vitamin C and vitamin A.

RECRD: 7009 id: 10182

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