Hydrophyllaceae Eriodictyon californicum (Hook. & Arn.) Torr.
California Yerbasanta
Pomo, Kashaya - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Goodrich, Jennie and Claudia Lawson, 1980, Kashaya Pomo Plants, Los Angeles. American Indian Studies Center, University of California, Los Angeles, page 74
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Eriodictyon californicum (Hook. & Arn.) Torr.
Scientific name: Eriodictyon californicum (Hook. & Arn.) Torr.
USDA symbol: ERCA6 (
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Common names: California Yerbasanta
Family: Hydrophyllaceae
Family (APG): Boraginaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo, Kashaya
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of leaves used to make a wash for sores.
RECRD: 906 id: 13900