Lauraceae Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.
California Laurel
Mendocino Indian - Drug, Analgesic
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 349
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Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.
Scientific name: Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: UMCAC (
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Common names: California Laurel
Family: Lauraceae
Family (APG): Lauraceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Decoction taken, used as wash or poultice of leaves applied for headaches.
RECRD: 96654 id: 41632