Ephedraceae Ephedra viridis Coville
Mormon Tea
Washo - Drug, Gynecological Aid
Use documented by:
Train, Percy, James R. Henrichs and W. Andrew Archer, 1941, Medicinal Uses of Plants by Indian Tribes of Nevada, Washington DC. U.S. Department of Agriculture, page 68-70
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Ephedra viridis Coville
Scientific name: Ephedra viridis Coville
USDA symbol: EPVI (
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Common names: Mormon Tea
Family: Ephedraceae
Family (APG): Ephedraceae
Native American Tribe: Washo
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Infusion or decoction of twigs or branch used for delayed or difficult menstruation.
RECRD: 85401 id: 13229