Liliaceae Dichelostemma capitatum ssp. capitatum

Congested Snakelily

Pima, Gila River - Food, Snack Food

Use documented by:
Rea, Amadeo M., 1991, Gila River Pima Dietary Reconstruction, Arid Lands Newsletter 31:3-10, page 5

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Scientific name: Dichelostemma capitatum ssp. capitatum
USDA symbol: DICAC5 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Congested Snakelily
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima, Gila River
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Snack Food
Notes: Bulbs eaten primarily by children as snack food.

RECRD: 8756 id: 12478

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