Urticaceae Urtica dioica ssp. gracilis (Ait.) Seland.

California Nettle

Skokomish - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 28

View all documented uses for Urtica dioica ssp. gracilis (Ait.) Seland.

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Scientific name: Urtica dioica ssp. gracilis (Ait.) Seland.
USDA symbol: URDIG (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Nettle
Family: Urticaceae
Family (APG): Urticaceae
Native American Tribe: Skokomish
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots used as a hair wash.

RECRD: 96696 id: 41849

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