Euphorbiaceae Croton setigerus Hook.
Croton
Mendocino Indian - Other, Hunting & Fishing Item
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
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Croton setigerus Hook.
Scientific name: Croton setigerus Hook.
USDA symbol: CRSE11 (
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Common names: Croton
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Family (APG): Euphorbiaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Hunting & Fishing Item
Notes: Bruised leaves used as a substitute for soaproot to poison fish and make them easier to catch.
RECRD: 43309 id: 11491