Liliaceae Zigadenus venenosus S. Wats.

Meadow Deathcamas

Yuki - Drug, Poison

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

View all documented uses for Zigadenus venenosus S. Wats.

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Scientific name: Zigadenus venenosus S. Wats.
USDA symbol: ZIVEV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Meadow Deathcamas
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Yuki
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Poison
Notes: Bulbs considered poisonous.

RECRD: 97611 id: 44609

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