Linaceae Linum lewisii Pursh

Prairie Flax

Okanagon - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 42

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Scientific name: Linum lewisii Pursh
USDA symbol: LIPE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Prairie Flax
Family: Linaceae
Family (APG): Linaceae
Native American Tribe: Okanagon
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of flowers, leaves and stem used as skin and hair wash by young females.

RECRD: 88778 id: 20414

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