Lauraceae Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.

California Laurel

Costanoan - Other, Incense & Fragrance

Use documented by:
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 249

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Scientific name: Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: UMCAC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Laurel
Family: Lauraceae
Family (APG): Lauraceae
Native American Tribe: Costanoan
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Incense & Fragrance
Notes: Leaves hung in bunches to freshen air.

RECRD: 20745 id: 41618

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