Asteraceae Wyethia longicaulis Gray
Humboldt Mulesears
Mendocino Indian - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 396
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Wyethia longicaulis Gray
Scientific name: Wyethia longicaulis Gray
USDA symbol: WYLO (
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Common names: Humboldt Mulesears
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots taken for stomach complaints.
RECRD: 97390 id: 43609