Ranunculaceae Aquilegia formosa Fisch. ex DC.
Western Columbine
Thompson - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Steedman, E.V., 1928, The Ethnobotany of the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, SI-BAE Annual Report #45:441-522, page 475
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Aquilegia formosa Fisch. ex DC.
Scientific name: Aquilegia formosa Fisch. ex DC.
USDA symbol: AQFO (
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Common names: Western Columbine
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of whole plant used as a wash for the hair and scalp.
RECRD: 81499 id: 3941