Lamiaceae Salvia apiana Jepson

White Sage

Cahuilla - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 136

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Scientific name: Salvia apiana Jepson
USDA symbol: SAAPA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: White Sage
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Cahuilla
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Crushed leaves and water used as a hair shampoo, dye and hair straightener.

RECRD: 11771 id: 36358

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