Ranunculaceae Aquilegia formosa Fisch. ex DC.

Western Columbine

Paiute - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Mahar, James Michael., 1953, Ethnobotany of the Oregon Paiutes of the Warm Springs Indian Reservation, Reed College, B.A. Thesis, page 71

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Scientific name: Aquilegia formosa Fisch. ex DC.
USDA symbol: AQFO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Columbine
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Paiute
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Chewed seeds rubbed on body & clothing for perfume & seeds used in a sachet & stored with clothing.

RECRD: 1438 id: 3927