Mirabilis linearis
(Pursh) Heimerl.
Narrowleaf Four o'Clock
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMirabilis linearis, commonly known as narrowleaf four o'clock, is a species of plant. Among the Zuni people, the root is eaten to induce urination and vomiting. They also take an infusion of the root for stomachache.
Description
A shrub with stems that lie along the ground. The leaves are narrow and 5 mm wide. They are thick and succulent.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are stewed and eaten as food, and the seeds are roasted and eaten.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are stewed and used as food. The seeds are roasted and eaten.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 343
