Lupinus nootkatensis

Uses

Canada (British Columbia): roots eaten by the Kwakwaka’wakw [Kwakiutl] people. The raw root is toxic.

Additional Information

Name Authority:

Donn ex Sims

Vernaculars:

English: Nootka lupine. Kwakwaka’wakw [Kwakiutl]/Kwak’wala: Qw’anniy

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 Plant Classification Group:

• Fabaceae

 Plant Locations:

• North America
  • Canada
    • British Columbia

 Plant References:

• TURNER & DAVIS
• TURNER 2014

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