Ephedraceae Ephedra fasciculata A. Nels.

Arizona Jointfir

Pima - Drug, Venereal Aid

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 76

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Scientific name: Ephedra fasciculata A. Nels.
USDA symbol: EPFA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Arizona Jointfir
Family: Ephedraceae
Family (APG): Ephedraceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Poultice of dried, powdered roots applied for syphilis.

RECRD: 85341 id: 13125

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