Solanaceae Physalis pubescens L.

Husk Tomato

Navajo - Food, Staple

Use documented by:
Lynch, Regina H., 1986, Cookbook, Chinle, AZ. Navajo Curriculum Center, Rough Rock Demonstration School, page 17

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Scientific name: Physalis pubescens L.
USDA symbol: PHPUP4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Husk Tomato
Family: Solanaceae
Family (APG): Solanaceae
Native American Tribe: Navajo
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Staple
Notes: Berries dried, ground into a flour and stored for winter use.

RECRD: 6527 id: 26710

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