Agavaceae Yucca glauca Nutt.

Small Soapweed

Blackfoot - Other, Soap

Use documented by:
Johnston, Alex, 1987, Plants and the Blackfoot, Lethbridge, Alberta. Lethbridge Historical Society, page 25

View all documented uses for Yucca glauca Nutt.

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Scientific name: Yucca glauca Nutt.
USDA symbol: YUGLG2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Small Soapweed
Family: Agavaceae
Family (APG): Asparagaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Soap
Notes: Roots used as a soap substitute and hair wash.

RECRD: 60588 id: 44081

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