Apiaceae Lomatium cous (S. Wats.) Coult. & Rose

Cous Biscuitroot

Montana Indian - Food, Dried Food

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 26

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Scientific name: Lomatium cous (S. Wats.) Coult. & Rose
USDA symbol: LOCO4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Cous Biscuitroot
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Montana Indian
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dried Food
Notes: Whole roots sun dried and stored for future food use.

RECRD: 45200 id: 20756

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