Aristolochiaceae Asarum caudatum Lindl.
British Columbia Wildginger
Pomo, Kashaya - Drug, Dermatological 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 50
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Asarum caudatum Lindl.
Scientific name: Asarum caudatum Lindl.
USDA symbol: ASCAC2 (
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Common names: British Columbia Wildginger
Family: Aristolochiaceae
Family (APG): Aristolochiaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo, Kashaya
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of leaves used to wash sores.
RECRD: 831 id: 6051