Polygonaceae Polygonum aviculare L.

Prostrate Knotweed

Mendocino Indian - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 345

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Scientific name: Polygonum aviculare L.
USDA symbol: POAV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Prostrate Knotweed
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of whole plant used as an astringent.

RECRD: 91964 id: 28900

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