Cyperaceae Schoenoplectus robustus (Pursh) M.T. Strong
Alkali Bulrush
Pomo - Food, Vegetable
Use documented by:
Barrett, S. A., 1952, Material Aspects of Pomo Culture, Bulletin of the Public Museum of the City of Milwaukee 20, page 92
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Schoenoplectus robustus (Pursh) M.T. Strong
Scientific name: Schoenoplectus robustus (Pursh) M.T. Strong
USDA symbol: SCRO5 (
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Common names: Alkali Bulrush
Family: Cyperaceae
Family (APG): Cyperaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Vegetable
Notes: Young shoots eaten as greens.
RECRD: 40674 id: 37474