Garryaceae Garrya elliptica Dougl. ex Lindl.

Wavyleaf Silktassel

Pomo, Kashaya - Drug, Abortifacient

Use documented by:
Goodrich, Jennie and Claudia Lawson, 1980, Kashaya Pomo Plants, Los Angeles. American Indian Studies Center, University of California, Los Angeles, page 106

View all documented uses for Garrya elliptica Dougl. ex Lindl.

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Scientific name: Garrya elliptica Dougl. ex Lindl.
USDA symbol: GAEL (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Wavyleaf Silktassel
Family: Garryaceae
Family (APG): Garryaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo, Kashaya
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Abortifacient
Notes: Infusion of leaves taken to bring on a woman's period.

RECRD: 1003 id: 15548

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