| Abronia fragrans Nutt. ex Hook. Snowball Sand Verbena USDA ABFR2 |
Acoma Food, Unspecified Roots ground, mixed with corn meal and eaten. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 39 |
| Abronia fragrans Nutt. ex Hook. Snowball Sand Verbena USDA ABFR2 |
Laguna Food, Unspecified Roots ground, mixed with corn meal and eaten. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 39 |
| Acacia greggii Gray Catclaw Acacia USDA ACGRG3 |
Cahuilla Fiber, Building Material Considered an outstanding construction material and a fine firewood. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Acacia greggii Gray Catclaw Acacia USDA ACGRG3 |
Cahuilla Food, Porridge Dried pods ground into flour and used to make mush or cakes. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Acacia greggii Gray Catclaw Acacia USDA ACGRG3 |
Cahuilla Food, Vegetable Pods eaten fresh. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Acacia greggii Gray Catclaw Acacia USDA ACGRG3 |
Cahuilla Other, Fuel Considered an outstanding construction material and a fine firewood. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Acer macrophyllum Pursh Bigleaf Maple USDA ACMA3 |
Cahuilla Fiber, Building Material Limbs used for house construction and considered good firewood. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Acer macrophyllum Pursh Bigleaf Maple USDA ACMA3 |
Cahuilla Other, Fuel Limbs used for house construction and considered good firewood. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Achillea millefolium L. Common Yarrow USDA ACMIM2 |
Paiute, Northern Drug, Throat Aid Root chewed and the saliva allowed to flow down the throat for sore throats. Fowler, Catherine S., 1989, Willards Z. Park's Ethnographic Notes on the Northern Paiute of Western Nevada 1933-1940, Salt Lake City. University of Utah Press, page 128 |
| Achillea millefolium var. borealis (Bong.) Farw. Boreal Yarrow USDA ACMIB |
Eskimo, Nunivak Drug, Unspecified Infusion of dried plants used for its medicinal qualities. Smith, G. Warren, 1973, Arctic Pharmacognosia, Arctic 26:324-333, page 325 |
| Achnatherum hymenoides (Roemer & J.A. Schultes) Barkworth Indian Ricegrass USDA ACHY |
Navajo Food, Unspecified Seeds used for food. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 27 |
| Achnatherum hymenoides (Roemer & J.A. Schultes) Barkworth Indian Ricegrass USDA ACHY |
Zuni Food, Unspecified Used especially in earlier times as an important source of food. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 27 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Drug, Antirheumatic (External) Decoction of leaves and branches used to bathe infected, sore or swollen areas of the body. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Drug, Disinfectant Decoction of leaves and branches used to bathe infected, sore or swollen areas of the body. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Fiber, Building Material Branches used to build ramadas and fences. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Other, Fuel Large roots used for firewood. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Other, Fuel Wood coals used as a favorite source for roasting. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Other, Hunting & Fishing Item Branches used to make arrows. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Other, Hunting & Fishing Item Branches used to make bows. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn. Common Chamise USDA ADFAF |
Cahuilla Other, Lighting Branches bound together and used for torches. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 29 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Antirheumatic (External) Plant used for arthritis. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Cold Remedy Leaves used to make a beverage for colds. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Emetic Infusion of dried leaves taken for stomach ailments by inducing bowel movements or vomiting. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid Infusion of dried leaves taken for stomach ailments by inducing bowel movements or vomiting. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid Leaves used to make a beverage for ulcers. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Laxative Infusion of dried leaves taken for stomach ailments by inducing bowel movements or vomiting. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Pulmonary Aid Leaves used to make a beverage for chest ailments. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Drug, Veterinary Aid Poultice of plant and bacon fat applied to saddle sores on horses. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Fiber, Building Material Wood used for building material and fenceposts. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Fiber, Clothing Stripped bark used as a fibrous material for women's skirts. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Food, Unspecified Seeds used for food. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Other, Fuel Limbs used as a favorite firewood for roasting, giving a high intensity heat. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Other, Fuel Used for firewood. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Adenostoma sparsifolium Torr. Redshank USDA ADSP |
Cahuilla Other, Hunting & Fishing Item Wood used to make arrow heads. Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 30 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Acoma Food, Spice Leaves used for flavoring. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 34 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Apache Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Comanche Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Laguna Food, Spice Leaves used for flavoring. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 34 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Mohave Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Paiute Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Papago Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Pima Other, Cash Crop Obtained by barter from the Papago Indians. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Ute Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neomexicana (Briq.) R.W. Sanders New Mexico Giant Hyssop USDA AGPAN2 |
Yuma Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agave americana L. American Century Plant USDA AGAMA2 |
Apache Food, Dried Food Heads and young leaves roasted, sun dried and used immediately or stored. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agave americana L. American Century Plant USDA AGAMA2 |
Apache Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agave americana L. American Century Plant USDA AGAMA2 |
Comanche Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agave americana L. American Century Plant USDA AGAMA2 |
Mohave Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agave americana L. American Century Plant USDA AGAMA2 |
Paiute Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |
| Agave americana L. American Century Plant USDA AGAMA2 |
Papago Food, Staple Used as one of the most important foods. Castetter, Edward F., 1935, Ethnobiological Studies in the American Southwest I. Uncultivated Native Plants Used as Sources of Food, University of New Mexico Bulletin 4(1):1-44, page 10 |