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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Scientific name: Asarum caudatum Lindl.
USDA symbol: ASCAC2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: British Columbia Wildginger
Family: Aristolochiaceae
Family (APG): Aristolochiaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo, Kashaya
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of fresh, warmed leaves used to bring boils to a head.

RECRD: 829 id: 6052

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