Liliaceae Allium canadense L.
Meadow Garlic
Mahuna - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 63
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Allium canadense L.
Scientific name: Allium canadense L.
USDA symbol: ALCAC (
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Common names: Meadow Garlic
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Plant rubbed on body for protection from insect bites.
RECRD: 80817 id: 2062