Polygonaceae Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.

Canaigre Dock

Mahuna - Drug, Cough Medicine

Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 17

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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: Mahuna
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cough Medicine
Notes: Infusion of roots used as a gargle for coughs.

RECRD: 94253 id: 35374

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