Poaceae Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.

Vanillagrass

Thompson - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Steedman, E.V., 1928, The Ethnobotany of the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, SI-BAE Annual Report #45:441-522, page 476

View all documented uses for Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.

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Scientific name: Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
USDA symbol: HIALA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Vanillagrass
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion or decoction of plant used as a wash for the hair and body.

RECRD: 87473 id: 17273

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