Lycoperdaceae Geastrum sp.

Earth Star

Isleta - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Jones, Volney H., 1931, The Ethnobotany of the Isleta Indians, University of New Mexico, M.A. Thesis, page 30

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Scientific name: Geastrum sp.
Common names: Earth Star
Family: Lycoperdaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Isleta
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Spores used as baby powder similar to talcum.

RECRD: 30636 id: 15751

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