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breadroot scurf pea

Pediomelum esculentum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fabales ›Family: Fabaceae ›Genus: Pediomelum

About

Psoralea esculenta, common name prairie turnip, is an herbaceous perennial plant native to prairies and dry woodlands of central North America, which bears a starchy tuberous root edible as a root vegetable. The plant is also known as Pediomelum esculentum. English names for the plant include tipsin, teepsenee, breadroot, breadroot scurf pea, large Indian breadroot and pomme blanche. The prairie turnip was a staple food of the Plains Indians.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of breadroot scurf pea?
The scientific name of breadroot scurf pea is Pediomelum esculentum.
What kingdom does breadroot scurf pea belong to?
breadroot scurf pea belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does breadroot scurf pea belong to?
breadroot scurf pea belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does breadroot scurf pea belong to?
breadroot scurf pea belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does breadroot scurf pea belong to?
breadroot scurf pea belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does breadroot scurf pea belong to?
breadroot scurf pea belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does breadroot scurf pea belong to?
breadroot scurf pea belongs to the genus Pediomelum.