Pinaceae Tsuga heterophylla (Raf.) Sarg.
Western Hemlock
Skagit - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 17
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Tsuga heterophylla (Raf.) Sarg.
Scientific name: Tsuga heterophylla (Raf.) Sarg.
USDA symbol: TSHE (
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Common names: Western Hemlock
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Skagit
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of plants used as wash for skin sores.
RECRD: 96511 id: 41076