Asteraceae Microseris laciniata (Hook.) Schultz-Bip.
Cutleaf Silverpuffs
Mendocino Indian - Food, Unspecified
Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 391
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Microseris laciniata (Hook.) Schultz-Bip.
Scientific name: Microseris laciniata (Hook.) Schultz-Bip.
USDA symbol: MILAL (
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Common names: Cutleaf Silverpuffs
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Unspecified
Notes: Roots formerly used for food.
RECRD: 43419 id: 22986