Blechnaceae Blechnum spicant (L.) Sm.
Deer Fern
Makah - Drug, Pulmonary Aid
Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 15
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Blechnum spicant (L.) Sm.
Scientific name: Blechnum spicant (L.) Sm.
USDA symbol: BLSP (
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Common names: Deer Fern
Family: Blechnaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Makah
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pulmonary Aid
Notes: Green leaves chewed for lung trouble.
RECRD: 83169 id: 7374