Liliaceae Chlorogalum pomeridianum (DC.) Kunth

Wavyleaf Soapplant

Yuki - Other, Hunting & Fishing Item

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1957, Some Plants Used by the Yuki Indians ... II. Food Plants, The Masterkey 31:85-94, page 93

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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: Yuki
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Hunting & Fishing Item
Notes: Bulbs crushed, placed in still waters and used as a fish poison.

RECRD: 45020 id: 9750

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