Another variety of yucca is the Amole, or soap plant.
"Arizona Sketches"
Joseph A. Munk
The Amole, which is their most usual food, tastes a little like mescal.
"The Aboriginal Population of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, California"
S. F. Cook
They washed their clothing with a soapy root,-the Amole, now similarly used by Indians and Mexicans throughout the Southwest.
"The Spanish Pioneers"
Charles F. Lummis