Gentianaceae Frasera speciosa Dougl. ex Griseb.

Showy Frasera

Isleta - Drug, Throat Aid

Use documented by:
Jones, Volney H., 1931, The Ethnobotany of the Isleta Indians, University of New Mexico, M.A. Thesis, page 29

View all documented uses for Frasera speciosa Dougl. ex Griseb.

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Scientific name: Frasera speciosa Dougl. ex Griseb.
USDA symbol: FRSP (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Showy Frasera
Family: Gentianaceae
Family (APG): Gentianaceae
Native American Tribe: Isleta
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Throat Aid
Notes: Decoction of large, fleshy root used as a throat medicine for asthma.

RECRD: 30586 id: 15169

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