Apiaceae Lomatium californicum (Nutt.) Mathias & Constance

California Lomatium

Yuki - Other, Protection

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1957, Some Plants Used by the Yuki Indians ... II. Food Plants, The Masterkey 31:85-94, page 44

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Scientific name: Lomatium californicum (Nutt.) Mathias & Constance
USDA symbol: LOCA3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Lomatium
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Yuki
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Protection
Notes: Poultice of roots applied to neck to ward off sickness and rattlesnakes.

RECRD: 88965 id: 20745

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