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

California Laurel

Yuki - Food, Unspecified

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1957, Some Plants Used by the Yuki Indians ... II. Food Plants, The Masterkey 31:85-94, page 87

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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: Food
Use sub-category: Unspecified
Notes: Nuts roasted in hot ashes, cracked and eaten.

RECRD: 44989 id: 41669

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