Zygophyllaceae Larrea tridentata (Sess‚ & Moc. ex DC.) Coville
Creosotebush
Hualapai - Drug, Respiratory Aid
Use documented by:
Watahomigie, Lucille J., 1982, Hualapai Ethnobotany, Peach Springs, AZ. Hualapai Bilingual Program, Peach Springs School District #8, page 28
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Larrea tridentata (Sess‚ & Moc. ex DC.) Coville
Scientific name: Larrea tridentata (Sess‚ & Moc. ex DC.) Coville
USDA symbol: LATRT (
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Common names: Creosotebush
Family: Zygophyllaceae
Family (APG): Zygophyllaceae
Native American Tribe: Hualapai
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves taken or leaves steamed for congestion and asthma.
RECRD: 5069 id: 19587