Apiaceae Lomatium dissectum (Nutt.) Mathias & Constance

Fernleaf Buscuitroot

Nez Perce - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 26

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Scientific name: Lomatium dissectum (Nutt.) Mathias & Constance
USDA symbol: LODID2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Fernleaf Buscuitroot
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Nez Perce
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Root oil used for sore eyes.

RECRD: 45211 id: 20769

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