Definitions

1. noun

a type of camas, a flowering plant with edible bulbs, native to western North America

“The quamash was a staple food source for many Indigenous communities in the region.”

2. noun

a type of sweet, starchy root or bulb, similar to an iris or a lily

“The quamash bulbs were boiled and served as a side dish at the traditional dinner.”

3. noun

the quamash plant, specifically the bulb or root, is used in various traditional medicine practices

“The healer used the quamash to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and digestive issues.”