Fabaceae Lupinus brevicaulis S. Wats.

Shortstem Lupine

Navajo - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Elmore, Francis H., 1944, Ethnobotany of the Navajo, Sante Fe, NM. School of American Research, page 56

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Scientific name: Lupinus brevicaulis S. Wats.
USDA symbol: LUBR2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Shortstem Lupine
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Navajo
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Plant rubbed on as a liniment for boils.

RECRD: 89206 id: 21310