Asteraceae Wyethia angustifolia (DC.) Nutt.

California Compassplant

Yuki - Food, Spice

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1957, Some Plants Used by the Yuki Indians ... II. Food Plants, The Masterkey 31:85-94, page 85

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Scientific name: Wyethia angustifolia (DC.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: WYAN (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Compassplant
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Yuki
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Spice
Notes: Seeds used to flavor pinole.

RECRD: 44973 id: 43599