Polygonaceae Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
Canaigre Dock
Pima - Drug, Cough Medicine
Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 51
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Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
Scientific name: Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
USDA symbol: RUHY (
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Common names: Canaigre Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cough Medicine
Notes: Root chewed for coughs.
RECRD: 94200 id: 35404