Pteridaceae Adiantum capillus-veneris L.
Common Maidenhair
Mahuna - Drug, Antirheumatic (Internal)
Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 60
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Adiantum capillus-veneris L.
Scientific name: Adiantum capillus-veneris L.
USDA symbol: ADCA (
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Common names: Common Maidenhair
Family: Pteridaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (Internal)
Notes: Plant used for rheumatism.
RECRD: 80624 id: 1539