Polygonaceae Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.

Canaigre Dock

Pima - Dye, Red-Brown

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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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: Dye
Use sub-category: Red-Brown
Notes: Dry roots crushed, placed in water and used as a brownish red dye for tanning hides.

RECRD: 44819 id: 35411

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