Apiaceae Lomatium nuttallii (Gray) J.F. Macbr.
Nuttall's Biscuitroot
Creek - Drug, Poison
Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 667
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Lomatium nuttallii (Gray) J.F. Macbr.
Scientific name: Lomatium nuttallii (Gray) J.F. Macbr.
USDA symbol: LONU3 (
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Common names: Nuttall's Biscuitroot
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Poison
Notes: Plant considered poisonous if eaten in winter.
RECRD: 89061 id: 21037