Fabaceae Hoffmannseggia glauca (Ortega) Eifert
Indian Rushpea
Pima, Gila River - Food, Unspecified
Use documented by:
Rea, Amadeo M., 1991, Gila River Pima Dietary Reconstruction, Arid Lands Newsletter 31:3-10, page 7
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Hoffmannseggia glauca (Ortega) Eifert
Scientific name: Hoffmannseggia glauca (Ortega) Eifert
USDA symbol: HOGL2 (
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Common names: Indian Rushpea
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima, Gila River
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Unspecified
Notes: Roots boiled or roasted and eaten.
RECRD: 8704 id: 17292