Malvaceae Sphaeralcea angustifolia (Cav.) G. Don
Copper Globemallow
Pima - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Russell, Frank, 1908, The Pima Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #26:1-390, page 79
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Sphaeralcea angustifolia (Cav.) G. Don
Scientific name: Sphaeralcea angustifolia (Cav.) G. Don
USDA symbol: SPAN3 (
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Common names: Copper Globemallow
Family: Malvaceae
Family (APG): Malvaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Decoction of root used for biliousness.
RECRD: 95614 id: 38633