Portulacaceae Claytonia sibirica L.
Siberian Springbeauty
Quinault - Drug, Gynecological Aid
Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 29
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Claytonia sibirica L.
Scientific name: Claytonia sibirica L.
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Common names: Siberian Springbeauty
Family: Portulacaceae
Family (APG): Portulacaceae
Native American Tribe: Quinault
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Whole plant chewed by women during pregnancy.
RECRD: 90019 id: 10166