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

California Laurel

Yuki - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Murphey, Edith Van Allen, 1990, Indian Uses of Native Plants, Glenwood, Ill. Meyerbooks. Originally published in 1959, page 43

View all documented uses for Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.

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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: Yuki
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Poultice of crushed leaves applied as compress for headaches.

RECRD: 21032 id: 41666

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