Ranunculaceae Aquilegia formosa Fisch. ex DC.

Western Columbine

Thompson - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Steedman, E.V., 1928, The Ethnobotany of the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, SI-BAE Annual Report #45:441-522, page 475

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Scientific name: Aquilegia formosa Fisch. ex DC.
USDA symbol: AQFO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Columbine
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of whole plant used as a wash for the hair and scalp.

RECRD: 81499 id: 3941