Dryopteridaceae Polystichum munitum (Kaulfuss) K. Presl
Western Swordfern
Quileute - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 13
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Polystichum munitum (Kaulfuss) K. Presl
Scientific name: Polystichum munitum (Kaulfuss) K. Presl
USDA symbol: POMU (
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Common names: Western Swordfern
Family: Dryopteridaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Quileute
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of chewed leaves applied to sores and boils.
RECRD: 92097 id: 29137