Saxifragaceae Heuchera rubescens Torr.

Pink Alumroot

Shoshoni - Drug, Veterinary Aid

Use documented by:
Train, Percy, James R. Henrichs and W. Andrew Archer, 1941, Medicinal Uses of Plants by Indian Tribes of Nevada, Washington DC. U.S. Department of Agriculture, page 87, 88

View all documented uses for Heuchera rubescens Torr.

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Scientific name: Heuchera rubescens Torr.
USDA symbol: HERUR2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Pink Alumroot
Family: Saxifragaceae
Family (APG): Saxifragaceae
Native American Tribe: Shoshoni
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Veterinary Aid
Notes: Mashed, boiled leaves used as a wash for horses' saddle sores.

RECRD: 87440 id: 17127

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