Ephedraceae Ephedra trifurca Torr. ex S. Wats.

Longleaf Jointfir

Cocopa - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Gifford, E. W., 1933, The Cocopa, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 31:263-270, page 268

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Scientific name: Ephedra trifurca Torr. ex S. Wats.
USDA symbol: EPTR (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Longleaf Jointfir
Family: Ephedraceae
Family (APG): Ephedraceae
Native American Tribe: Cocopa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of pulverized or boiled stems and leaves applied to sores.

RECRD: 20710 id: 13171

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