Baccharis salcifolia – Famine Foods

Baccharis salcifolia

Uses

North America (southwestern United States): greens eaten by Native American Mohave and Yuman groups

Additional Information

Name Authority:
(R & P) Pers.
Misc:
Chemical compostion: essential oil = 1.5%. Also contains resin. Reported exceedingly rich in Vitamin A

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