Cupressaceae Juniperus monosperma (Engelm.) Sarg.
Oneseed Juniper
Navajo - Other, Good Luck Charm
Use documented by:
Elmore, Francis H., 1944, Ethnobotany of the Navajo, Sante Fe, NM. School of American Research, page 19
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Juniperus monosperma (Engelm.) Sarg.
Scientific name: Juniperus monosperma (Engelm.) Sarg.
USDA symbol: JUMO (
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Common names: Oneseed Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Navajo
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Good Luck Charm
Notes: Leaves chewed and spat out for better luck.
RECRD: 2606 id: 18685