Asteraceae Artemisia douglasiana Bess.

Douglas' Sagewort

Pomo, Kashaya - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Goodrich, Jennie and Claudia Lawson, 1980, Kashaya Pomo Plants, Los Angeles. American Indian Studies Center, University of California, Los Angeles, page 119

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Scientific name: Artemisia douglasiana Bess.
USDA symbol: ARDO3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Douglas' Sagewort
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo, Kashaya
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction or infusion of leaves taken to stop excessive menstruation or to ease cramps.

RECRD: 1044 id: 5084

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