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Wild Potatoes in Tsilhqot’in First Nation

This article explores the Xeni Gwet’in First Nation’s traditional practice of harvesting wild potatoes (Claytonia lanceolata) on Potato Mountain, highlighting their sustainable methods like seed scattering and thinning. Although this practice has declined with modern developments, the nutrient-rich corms remain a vital part of the community’s cultural and ecological heritage.

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