Asteraceae Baccharis salicifolia (Ruiz & Pav¢n) Pers.

Mule's Fat

Cahuilla - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Bean, Lowell John and Katherine Siva Saubel, 1972, Temalpakh (From the Earth); Cahuilla Indian Knowledge and Usage of Plants, Banning, CA. Malki Museum Press, page 46

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Scientific name: Baccharis salicifolia (Ruiz & Pav¢n) Pers.
USDA symbol: BASA4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Mule's Fat
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cahuilla
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Leaves used in a hair wash solution to prevent baldness.

RECRD: 11298 id: 6790

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