Lauraceae Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.

California Laurel

Mendocino Indian - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

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 349

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Scientific name: Umbellularia californica (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: UMCAC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Laurel
Family: Lauraceae
Family (APG): Lauraceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Infusion of leaves used as a bath for rheumatism.

RECRD: 96655 id: 41633

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