Cucurbitaceae Cucurbita pepo L.

Field Pumpkin

Pima - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 72

View all documented uses for Cucurbita pepo L.

---

Scientific name: Cucurbita pepo L.
USDA symbol: CUPEP (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Field Pumpkin
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Family (APG): Cucurbitaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Ground seed paste used to cleanse and soften the skin.

RECRD: 84767 id: 11735

---