Liliaceae Streptopus amplexifolius (L.) DC.
Claspleaf Twistedstalk
Thompson - Food, Fruit
Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 38
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Streptopus amplexifolius (L.) DC.
Scientific name: Streptopus amplexifolius (L.) DC.
USDA symbol: STAMA2 (
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Common names: Claspleaf Twistedstalk
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Fruit
Notes: Bright-colored berries used for food.
RECRD: 46232 id: 38979