Asteraceae Iva axillaris Pursh

Povertyweed

Mahuna - Drug, Contraceptive

Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 67

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Scientific name: Iva axillaris Pursh
USDA symbol: IVAX (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Povertyweed
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Contraceptive
Notes: Plant used to prevent conception.

RECRD: 87912 id: 18133

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