Fabaceae Vicia americana Muhl. ex Willd.
American Vetch
Squaxin - Drug, Analgesic
Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 39
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Vicia americana Muhl. ex Willd.
Scientific name: Vicia americana Muhl. ex Willd.
USDA symbol: VIAMA3 (
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Common names: American Vetch
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Squaxin
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Infusion of crushed leaves used as a bath for soreness.
RECRD: 97210 id: 43197