Polygonaceae Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.

Canaigre Dock

Pima - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Russell, Frank, 1908, The Pima Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #26:1-390, page 80

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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: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of dried, powdered root applied to sores.

RECRD: 94201 id: 35405

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