Santalaceae Comandra umbellata (L.) Nutt.

Bastard Toadflax

Cherokee - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 24

View all documented uses for Comandra umbellata (L.) Nutt.

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Scientific name: Comandra umbellata (L.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: COUMU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bastard Toadflax
Family: Santalaceae
Family (APG): Santalaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Juice applied to cut or sore.

RECRD: 84312 id: 10480

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