Apiaceae Daucus pusillus Michx.
American Wild Carrot
Mendocino Indian - Other, Good Luck Charm
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 372
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Daucus pusillus Michx.
Scientific name: Daucus pusillus Michx.
USDA symbol: DAPU3 (
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Common names: American Wild Carrot
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Good Luck Charm
Notes: Used as a talisman in gambling.
RECRD: 43341 id: 12269