Polygonaceae Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.

Canaigre Dock

Arapaho - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Murphey, Edith Van Allen, 1990, Indian Uses of Native Plants, Glenwood, Ill. Meyerbooks. Originally published in 1959, page 44

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Scientific name: Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
USDA symbol: RUHY (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canaigre Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Arapaho
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Stems and leaves used in a wash for sores.

RECRD: 21047 id: 35362

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