Zygophyllaceae Larrea tridentata (Sess‚ & Moc. ex DC.) Coville

Creosotebush

Mahuna - Drug, Disinfectant

Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 37

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Scientific name: Larrea tridentata (Sess‚ & Moc. ex DC.) Coville
USDA symbol: LATRT (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Creosotebush
Family: Zygophyllaceae
Family (APG): Zygophyllaceae
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Disinfectant
Notes: Infusion of plant used as a disinfectant and deodorizer.

RECRD: 88486 id: 19597

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