Polygonaceae Rumex crispus L.
Curly Dock
Yavapai - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Gifford, E. W., 1936, Northeastern and Western Yavapai, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 34:247-345, page 261
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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: Yavapai
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Dried, pulverized tubers used for sores.
RECRD: 20676 id: 35344