Indian Breadroot is a plant native to North America and is known for its edible root that was an important food source for various Native American tribes. However, the plant has different synonyms that are commonly used such as Prairie Turnip or Psoralea esculenta. The Prairie Turnip refers to the shape of the plant's edible root, which resembles the turnip. Additionally, it is also called Eskimo Potato because it was a staple food of several indigenous communities living in the frigid regions of North America. The plant's scientific name, Psoralea esculenta, is derived from Greek, meaning "itchy," which speaks of the plant's ability to cause skin irritation.