Pediomelum tenuiflorum
(Pursh) A. N. Egan
Slimflower scurfpea
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPediomelum tenuiflorum, the slimflower scurfpea, is a perennial in the pea family. It is about 2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 m) tall and has a lot of leaves on top. Its leaves can reach a length of 3 inches (80 mm). This flower can be found mainly in the central and southwestern U.S.
Description
A herb in the bean family (Fabaceae) growing about 80 cm tall with several stems arising from the base. It is found in temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The tuber can be eaten raw, added to stews, ground into flour for soups, or used in bread.
Traditional Uses
The tuber is eaten. It can be eaten raw or used in stews. It is also ground into flour and used for soups or bread.
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Medicinal Uses
There are many traditional uses for this plant. For example, its root is edible either raw or cooked and can also be ground up and used to thicken soups, or mixed with cereals to make bread. The plant can also be used as an ingredient in an alcoholic drink derived from Agave. In traditional medicine, it is used as a treatment for headaches, the flu, and tuberculosis. These treatments involve infusing the roots in a drink or smoking the leaves. In addition, the stems can be used to make a garland to substitute for a sun hat on hot days, and the stems have been used as a fumigant to keep mosquitoes at bay. The Zuni people apply a poultice of moistened leaves to any body part for purification.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 64
