Torreya californica
Torr.
California nutmeg, California torreya
Torreya californica is a tree that is native to California, and endemic (limited) to California.
The blue points on the map indicate observations in Calflora.
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Jepson eFlora section:
gymnosperm
USDA PLANTS group:
Gymnosperm
Learn more about Torreya californica: Torreya californica Jepson video: (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
[Wikipedia] Native American Uses: The seeds were reportedly a highly valued food of Indigenous peoples in California. As well, the roots were used for making baskets and the wood for making bows.[4][15] (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
