Polygonaceae Rumex crispus L.
Curly Dock
Paiute - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Steward, Julian H., 1933, Ethnography of the Owens Valley Paiute, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 33(3):233-250, page 317
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Rumex crispus L.
Scientific name: Rumex crispus L.
USDA symbol: RUCRC (
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Common names: Curly Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Paiute
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots taken or raw, peeled roots eaten for stomach disorders.
RECRD: 94171 id: 35322