Chenopodiaceae Chenopodium capitatum (L.) Ambrosi

Blite Goosefoot

Alaska Native - Food, Dietary Aid

Use documented by:
Heller, Christine A., 1953, Edible and Poisonous Plants of Alaska, University of Alaska, page 23

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Scientific name: Chenopodium capitatum (L.) Ambrosi
USDA symbol: CHCA4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Blite Goosefoot
Family: Chenopodiaceae
Family (APG): Amaranthaceae
Native American Tribe: Alaska Native
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Leaves properly cooked and used as a good source of vitamins C and A.

RECRD: 6867 id: 9476

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