Liliaceae Chlorogalum pomeridianum (DC.) Kunth

Wavyleaf Soapplant

Mahuna - Other, Soap

Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 39

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Scientific name: Chlorogalum pomeridianum (DC.) Kunth
USDA symbol: CHPOP4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Wavyleaf Soapplant
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Soap
Notes: Fibrous bulbs used as soap bars for washing clothes.

RECRD: 46814 id: 9718

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