Dasylirion simplex

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What to Eat

Edible parts: Root

Drink. Dasylirion was once a major food source in the desert southwest of N. America. The bulbs were roasted in rock-lined pits and pounded into cakes. A potent alcoholic beverage, known as sotol, is distilled from the baked and fermented bulbs.

Where to Find It

Southern N. America - Mexico.

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How to Identify

Dasylirion simplex is a SHRUB. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

How to Grow

None known

Propagation: Seed -

Other Uses

Basketry. The leaves can be used for making baskets and fans.

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