Dennstaedtiaceae Pteridium aquilinum (L.) Kuhn

Western Brackenfern

Mendocino Indian - Drug, Veterinary 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 304

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Scientific name: Pteridium aquilinum (L.) Kuhn
Common names: Western Brackenfern
Family: Dennstaedtiaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Veterinary Aid
Notes: Plant used as a diuretic for horses.

RECRD: 92839 id: 31469

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