Fagaceae Quercus dumosa Nutt.
California Scrub Oak
Luiseno - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Sparkman, Philip S., 1908, The Culture of the Luiseno Indians, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 8(4):187-234, page 233
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Quercus dumosa Nutt.
Scientific name: Quercus dumosa Nutt.
USDA symbol: QUDUD (
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Common names: California Scrub Oak
Family: Fagaceae
Family (APG): Fagaceae
Native American Tribe: Luiseno
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Gall nuts used for sores and wounds and as an astringent.
RECRD: 93092 id: 32013