Malvaceae Malva parviflora L.

Cheeseweed Mallow

Miwok - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Barrett, S. A. and E. W. Gifford, 1933, Miwok Material Culture, Bulletin of the Public Museum of the City of Milwaukee 2(4):11, page 171

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Scientific name: Malva parviflora L.
USDA symbol: MAPA5 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Cheeseweed Mallow
Family: Malvaceae
Family (APG): Malvaceae
Native American Tribe: Miwok
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves, soft stems and flowers used as poultice on running sores and boils.

RECRD: 20260 id: 22342

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