Hydrophyllaceae Eriodictyon californicum (Hook. & Arn.) Torr.

California Yerbasanta

Mendocino Indian - Drug, Respiratory Aid

Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 381

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Scientific name: Eriodictyon californicum (Hook. & Arn.) Torr.
USDA symbol: ERCA6 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Yerbasanta
Family: Hydrophyllaceae
Family (APG): Boraginaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Leaves used for inflammation of the bronchial tubes or asthma.

RECRD: 85679 id: 13883

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