Valerianaceae Valeriana sitchensis Bong.

Sitka Valerian

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 460

View all documented uses for Valeriana sitchensis Bong.

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Scientific name: Valeriana sitchensis Bong.
USDA symbol: VASI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Sitka Valerian
Family: Valerianaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of various plant parts used on cuts, wounds, bruises or inflammations.

RECRD: 96820 id: 42553

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