Arecaceae Washingtonia filifera (L. Linden) H. Wendl.

California Fan Palm

Pima, Gila River - Food, Baby Food

Use documented by:
Rea, Amadeo M., 1991, Gila River Pima Dietary Reconstruction, Arid Lands Newsletter 31:3-10, page 7

View all documented uses for Washingtonia filifera (L. Linden) H. Wendl.

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Scientific name: Washingtonia filifera (L. Linden) H. Wendl.
USDA symbol: WAFI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Fan Palm
Family: Arecaceae
Family (APG): Arecaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima, Gila River
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Baby Food
Notes: Fruits eaten raw primarily by children.

RECRD: 8696 id: 43561

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