Apiaceae Lomatium cous (S. Wats.) Coult. & Rose
Cous Biscuitroot
Montana Indian - Food, Soup
Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 26
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Lomatium cous (S. Wats.) Coult. & Rose
Scientific name: Lomatium cous (S. Wats.) Coult. & Rose
USDA symbol: LOCO4 (
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Common names: Cous Biscuitroot
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Montana Indian
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Soup
Notes: Roots pulverized, moistened, partially baked, mixed in water and eaten as soup.
RECRD: 45203 id: 20758