Platanaceae Platanus occidentalis L.
American Sycamore
Mahuna - Drug, Respiratory Aid
Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 24
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Platanus occidentalis L.
Scientific name: Platanus occidentalis L.
USDA symbol: PLOC (
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Common names: American Sycamore
Family: Platanaceae
Family (APG): Platanaceae
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Plant used for catarrh.
RECRD: 91842 id: 28588