Liliaceae Maianthemum dilatatum (Wood) A. Nels. & J.F. Macbr.

Twoleaf False Solomon's Seal

Hesquiat - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Turner, Nancy J. and Barbara S. Efrat, 1982, Ethnobotany of the Hesquiat Indians of Vancouver Island, Victoria. British Columbia Provincial Museum, page 55

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Scientific name: Maianthemum dilatatum (Wood) A. Nels. & J.F. Macbr.
USDA symbol: MADI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Twoleaf False Solomon's Seal
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Hesquiat
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of whole or mashed leaves used for boils and cuts.

RECRD: 592 id: 22047

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