Fabaceae Prosopis pubescens Benth.

Screwbean Mesquite

Pima - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 96

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Scientific name: Prosopis pubescens Benth.
USDA symbol: PRPU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Screwbean Mesquite
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots used as a wash or powdered roots applied to sores.

RECRD: 92367 id: 30076

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