Polygonaceae Rumex crispus L.

Curly Dock

Pima - Dye, Yellow

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 51

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Scientific name: Rumex crispus L.
USDA symbol: RUCRC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Curly Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Dye
Use sub-category: Yellow
Notes: Roots pounded, boiled and used to make a yellow dye.

RECRD: 44815 id: 35329

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