Blechnaceae Blechnum spicant (L.) Sm.

Deer Fern

Quileute - Drug, Orthopedic Aid

Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 15

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Scientific name: Blechnum spicant (L.) Sm.
USDA symbol: BLSP (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Deer Fern
Family: Blechnaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Quileute
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Poultice of fresh leaves applied to paralyzed parts of the body.

RECRD: 83170 id: 7378