Liliaceae Chlorogalum pomeridianum (DC.) Kunth
Wavyleaf Soapplant
Pomo - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Gifford, E. W., 1967, Ethnographic Notes on the Southwestern Pomo, Anthropological Records 25:10-15, page 12
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Chlorogalum pomeridianum (DC.) Kunth
Scientific name: Chlorogalum pomeridianum (DC.) Kunth
USDA symbol: CHPOP4 (
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Common names: Wavyleaf Soapplant
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Bulb used as a soap for washing the hair and to prevent lice.
RECRD: 83948 id: 9734