Euphorbiaceae Chamaesyce melanadenia (Torr.) Millsp.
Squaw Sandmat
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 73
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Chamaesyce melanadenia (Torr.) Millsp.
Scientific name: Chamaesyce melanadenia (Torr.) Millsp.
USDA symbol: CHME5 (
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Common names: Squaw Sandmat
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Family (APG): Euphorbiaceae
Native American Tribe: Cahuilla
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Sap used for bee stings and sores.
RECRD: 11459 id: 9193