Scrophulariaceae Penstemon deustus Dougl. ex Lindl.

Scabland Penstemon

Paiute - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Kelly, Isabel T., 1932, Ethnography of the Surprise Valley Paiute, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 31(3):67-210, page 196

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Scientific name: Penstemon deustus Dougl. ex Lindl.
USDA symbol: PEDED2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Scabland Penstemon
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Paiute
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of smashed leaves applied to sores.

RECRD: 90953 id: 25850

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