Fabaceae Dalea formosa Torr.
Featherplume
Keres, Western - Drug, Strengthener
Use documented by:
Swank, George R., 1932, The Ethnobotany of the Acoma and Laguna Indians, University of New Mexico, M.A. Thesis, page 57
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Dalea formosa Torr.
Scientific name: Dalea formosa Torr.
USDA symbol: DAFO (
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Common names: Featherplume
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Keres, Western
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Strengthener
Notes: Infusion of leaves used by runners to increase endurance and long wind.
RECRD: 30328 id: 12010