Pteridaceae Adiantum jordanii C. Muell.
California Maidenhair
Costanoan - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Bocek, Barbara R., 1984, Ethnobotany of Costanoan Indians, California, Based on Collections by John P. Harrington, Economic Botany 38(2):240-255, page 4
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Adiantum jordanii C. Muell.
Scientific name: Adiantum jordanii C. Muell.
USDA symbol: ADJO (
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Common names: California Maidenhair
Family: Pteridaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Costanoan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Decoction of plant used for stomach troubles.
RECRD: 80629 id: 1544