Polygonaceae Rumex crispus L.

Curly Dock

Chippewa - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 350

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Scientific name: Rumex crispus L.
USDA symbol: RUCRC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Curly Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of moistened, dried, powdered root applied to cuts or itches.

RECRD: 94128 id: 35249

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