Indian turnip
noun
1The tuberous root of Jack-in-the-pulpit, Arisaema triphyllum (family Araceae).
2The edible tuberous root of the North American leguminous plant, Pediomelum esculentum (also called breadroot).
Origin
Mid 18th century.
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