Euphorbiaceae Croton setigerus Hook.

Croton

Mendocino Indian - Food, Forage

Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 363

View all documented uses for Croton setigerus Hook.

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Scientific name: Croton setigerus Hook.
USDA symbol: CRSE11 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Croton
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Family (APG): Euphorbiaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Forage
Notes: Shiny, bean-like seeds eaten by wild mourning doves and turkeys.

RECRD: 43308 id: 11490

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