Saxifragaceae Leptarrhena pyrolifolia (D. Don) R. Br. ex Ser.

Fireleaf Leptarrhena

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 465

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Scientific name: Leptarrhena pyrolifolia (D. Don) R. Br. ex Ser.
USDA symbol: LEPY (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Fireleaf Leptarrhena
Family: Saxifragaceae
Family (APG): Saxifragaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of chewed, fresh leaves applied to wounds and sores.

RECRD: 88606 id: 19950

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