Brassicaceae Capsella bursa-pastoris (L.) Medik.

Shepherd's Purse

Mahuna - Drug, Antidiarrheal

Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 7

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Scientific name: Capsella bursa-pastoris (L.) Medik.
USDA symbol: CABU2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Shepherd's Purse
Family: Brassicaceae
Family (APG): Brassicaceae
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antidiarrheal
Notes: Infusion of plants taken for dysentery and diarrhea.

RECRD: 83353 id: 7965

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