Aristolochiaceae Asarum caudatum Lindl.

British Columbia Wildginger

Skagit - Drug, Dietary Aid

Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 28

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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: Skagit
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Leaves eaten to increase appetite.

RECRD: 82555 id: 6054