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Acer macrophyllum Pursh
Bigleaf Maple
USDA ACMA3
Costanoan Food, Unspecified
Seeds used for food.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 248
Achillea millefolium var. borealis (Bong.) Farw.
Boreal Yarrow
USDA ACMIB
Costanoan Drug, Dermatological Aid
Decoction of plant used as a wash for sores.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Achillea millefolium var. borealis (Bong.) Farw.
Boreal Yarrow
USDA ACMIB
Costanoan Drug, Dermatological Aid
Poultice of heated leaves applied to wounds to prevent swelling.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Achillea millefolium var. borealis (Bong.) Farw.
Boreal Yarrow
USDA ACMIB
Costanoan Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Decoction of plant taken for stomach aches.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Achillea millefolium var. borealis (Bong.) Farw.
Boreal Yarrow
USDA ACMIB
Costanoan Drug, Toothache Remedy
Heated leaves held in the mouth for toothaches.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn.
Common Chamise
USDA ADFAF
Costanoan Fiber, Basketry
Wood used for basketry.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 249
Adenostoma fasciculatum Hook. & Arn.
Common Chamise
USDA ADFAF
Costanoan Other, Hunting & Fishing Item
Wood used for arrow foreshafts.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 249
Adiantum jordanii C. Muell.
California Maidenhair
USDA ADJO
Costanoan Drug, Analgesic
Decoction of plant used for 'pain below the shoulders.'
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 4
Adiantum jordanii C. Muell.
California Maidenhair
USDA ADJO
Costanoan Drug, Blood Medicine
Decoction of plant used to purify the blood.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 4
Adiantum jordanii C. Muell.
California Maidenhair
USDA ADJO
Costanoan Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Decoction of plant used for stomach troubles.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 4
Adiantum jordanii C. Muell.
California Maidenhair
USDA ADJO
Costanoan Drug, Gynecological Aid
Decoction of plant used to expel the afterbirth and for postparturition.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 4
Adiantum pedatum L.
Northern Maidenhair
USDA ADPE
Costanoan Drug, Blood Medicine
Decoction of plant used to purify the blood.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 5
Adiantum pedatum L.
Northern Maidenhair
USDA ADPE
Costanoan Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Decoction of plant used for stomach troubles.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 5
Aesculus californica (Spach) Nutt.
California Buckeye
USDA AECA
Costanoan Drug, Hemorrhoid Remedy
Smashed fruit applied as a salve for hemorrhoids.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 23
Aesculus californica (Spach) Nutt.
California Buckeye
USDA AECA
Costanoan Drug, Poison
Fruit used as a fish poison.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 23
Aesculus californica (Spach) Nutt.
California Buckeye
USDA AECA
Costanoan Drug, Toothache Remedy
Decoction of bark used for toothaches and loose teeth.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 23
Aesculus californica (Spach) Nutt.
California Buckeye
USDA AECA
Costanoan Food, Fruit
Fruit used for food.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 252
Allium sp.
Onion
Costanoan Food, Winter Use Food
Bulbs gathered in winter and used for food.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 255
Alnus rhombifolia Nutt.
White Alder
USDA ALRH2
Costanoan Dye, Unspecified
Juice used as a dye.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 248
Alnus rhombifolia Nutt.
White Alder
USDA ALRH2
Costanoan Food, Unspecified
Inner bark used for food.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 248
Ambrosia psilostachya DC.
Cuman Ragweed
USDA AMPS
Costanoan Drug, Orthopedic Aid
Poultice of heated leaves applied to aching joints.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Amelanchier pallida Greene
Pale Serviceberry
USDA AMPA2
Costanoan Food, Fruit
Raw fruits used for food.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 249
Amsinckia douglasiana A. DC.
Douglas' Fiddleneck
USDA AMDO
Costanoan Drug, Unspecified
Plant used for medicinal purposes.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 13
Anemopsis californica (Nutt.) Hook. & Arn.
Yerba Mansa
USDA ANCA10
Costanoan Drug, Analgesic
Decoction of roots used as a general pain remedy.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 8
Anemopsis californica (Nutt.) Hook. & Arn.
Yerba Mansa
USDA ANCA10
Costanoan Drug, Dermatological Aid
Dried, powdered plant applied as a disinfectant to wounds.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 8
Anemopsis californica (Nutt.) Hook. & Arn.
Yerba Mansa
USDA ANCA10
Costanoan Drug, Dermatological Aid
Infusion of plant used as a wash for sores.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 8
Anemopsis californica (Nutt.) Hook. & Arn.
Yerba Mansa
USDA ANCA10
Costanoan Drug, Disinfectant
Dried, powdered plant applied as a disinfectant to wounds.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 8
Anemopsis californica (Nutt.) Hook. & Arn.
Yerba Mansa
USDA ANCA10
Costanoan Drug, Gynecological Aid
Decoction of roots used for menstrual cramps.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 8
Angelica sp.

Costanoan Drug, Analgesic
Root burned and inhaled for headaches.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 23
Angelica sp.

Costanoan Drug, Dermatological Aid
Heated leaf juice rubbed on sores.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 23
Angelica sp.

Costanoan Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Root chewed for stomachaches.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 23
Angelica sp.

Costanoan Drug, Orthopedic Aid
Burned twigs used to beat aching joints.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 23
Arbutus menziesii Pursh
Pacific Madrone
USDA ARME
Costanoan Food, Fruit
Fruit eaten in small quantities.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 252
Arctostaphylos sp.
Manzanita
Costanoan Drug, Urinary Aid
Decoction of plant used for bladder ailments.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 12
Arctostaphylos sp.
Manzanita
Costanoan Food, Beverage
Fruit steeped in cold water to produce a cider.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 252
Arctostaphylos sp.
Manzanita
Costanoan Food, Dried Food
Fruit dried and stored for winter use.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 252
Arctostaphylos sp.
Manzanita
Costanoan Food, Fruit
Raw fruit used for food.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 252
Artemisia californica Less.
California Sagebrush
USDA ARCA11
Costanoan Drug, Analgesic
Poultice of leaves applied to the tooth for pain.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia californica Less.
California Sagebrush
USDA ARCA11
Costanoan Drug, Antirheumatic (External)
Decoction of plant used as a bath for rheumatism.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia californica Less.
California Sagebrush
USDA ARCA11
Costanoan Drug, Cold Remedy
Decoction of plant used as a bath for colds.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia californica Less.
California Sagebrush
USDA ARCA11
Costanoan Drug, Cough Medicine
Decoction of plant used as a bath for coughs.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia californica Less.
California Sagebrush
USDA ARCA11
Costanoan Drug, Dermatological Aid
Poultice of leaves applied to wounds.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia californica Less.
California Sagebrush
USDA ARCA11
Costanoan Drug, Respiratory Aid
Poultice of plant applied to the back or decoction of plant taken for asthma.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia californica Less.
California Sagebrush
USDA ARCA11
Costanoan Drug, Toothache Remedy
Poultice of leaves applied to the tooth for pain.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia douglasiana Bess.
Douglas' Sagewort
USDA ARDO3
Costanoan Drug, Analgesic
Decoction of plant used as a compress for rheumatism pain.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia douglasiana Bess.
Douglas' Sagewort
USDA ARDO3
Costanoan Drug, Antirheumatic (External)
Decoction of plant used as a compress for rheumatism pain.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia douglasiana Bess.
Douglas' Sagewort
USDA ARDO3
Costanoan Drug, Dermatological Aid
Decoction of plant used as a compress for wounds.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia douglasiana Bess.
Douglas' Sagewort
USDA ARDO3
Costanoan Drug, Ear Medicine
Poultice of heated leaves applied to the ear for earaches.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia douglasiana Bess.
Douglas' Sagewort
USDA ARDO3
Costanoan Drug, Respiratory Aid
Decoction of plant used for asthma.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25
Artemisia douglasiana Bess.
Douglas' Sagewort
USDA ARDO3
Costanoan Drug, Urinary Aid
Decoction of plant used for urinary problems.
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 25