Equisetaceae Equisetum variegatum Schleich. ex F. Weber & D.M.H. Mohr
Variegated Scouringrush
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 304
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Equisetum variegatum Schleich. ex F. Weber & D.M.H. Mohr
Scientific name: Equisetum variegatum Schleich. ex F. Weber & D.M.H. Mohr
USDA symbol: EQVAV (
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Common names: Variegated Scouringrush
Family: Equisetaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Forage
Notes: Used as an occasional forage food for horses.
RECRD: 43108 id: 13543