Valerianaceae Valeriana dioica var. sylvatica S. Wats.

Woods Valerian

Carrier, Northern - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Smith, Harlan I., 1929, Materia Medica of the Bella Coola and Neighboring Tribes of British Columbia, National Museum of Canada Bulletin 56:47-68, page 64

View all documented uses for Valeriana dioica var. sylvatica S. Wats.

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Scientific name: Valeriana dioica var. sylvatica S. Wats.
USDA symbol: VADIS (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Woods Valerian
Family: Valerianaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Carrier, Northern
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Oil of blossoms mixed with bear fat and used as a hair tonic to help growth.

RECRD: 96802 id: 42491

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