Polygonaceae Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
Canaigre Dock
Paiute - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Murphey, Edith Van Allen, 1990, Indian Uses of Native Plants, Glenwood, Ill. Meyerbooks. Originally published in 1959, page 44
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Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
Scientific name: Rumex hymenosepalus Torr.
USDA symbol: RUHY (
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Common names: Canaigre Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Paiute
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Dried, powdered root used on sores.
RECRD: 21046 id: 35394