Apiaceae Lomatium dissectum var. multifidum (Nutt.) Mathias & Constance

Carrotleaf Biscuitroot

Great Basin Indian - Drug, Respiratory Aid

Use documented by:
Nickerson, Gifford S., 1966, Some Data on Plains and Great Basin Indian Uses of Certain Native Plants, Tebiwa 9(1):45-51, page 49

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Scientific name: Lomatium dissectum var. multifidum (Nutt.) Mathias & Constance
USDA symbol: LODIM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Carrotleaf Biscuitroot
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Great Basin Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Dried roots burned on coals and smoke inhaled for asthma or bronchial troubles.

RECRD: 2389 id: 20839

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