| Reference Source | Reference Type | Archival Data | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafert, S. 1978 | Use - Food |
"eaten as greens" |
| Reference Source | Reference Type | Data | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blair, E 1911 | Possibly related to 'pekan', which is a French-Canadian word for an animal called a fisher (Mustela pennanti), similar to a marten or mink. It's fur was highly sought after by fur trappers |
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| Rafert, S. 1978 | Melipikan is indian name for the plant. |