Lamiaceae Prunella vulgaris L.
Common Selfheal
Blackfoot - Drug, Eye Medicine
Use documented by:
Hellson, John C., 1974, Ethnobotany of the Blackfoot Indians, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 82
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Prunella vulgaris L.
Scientific name: Prunella vulgaris L.
USDA symbol: PRVUV (
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Common names: Common Selfheal
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Infusion of plant used as an eyewash to keep the eyes moist on cold or windy days.
RECRD: 3869 id: 30174