Washingtonia filifera – Famine Foods

Washingtonia filifera

Uses

North America (United States, southwestern area): The pith, a spongy tissue, occupying the center of the fan palm tree. was sometimes eaten as a famine food. by unidentified Native American groups The pith was called maul pasum (heart of the palm) and was boiled for eating.

Additional Information

Name Authority:
Wendl.

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