Book of Herbs
Stomach disorders, worms, dysentery, diarrhea, etc.
SISYRINCHIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM
(Ind. Man-ta-ca)
Commonly known as Blue Star Flower Grass. Found widely distributed along the rich southern slopes of the lower coastal ranges. Effective in the treatment of functional affections of the stomach. In the form of tea, the entire plant was used to eradicate all kinds of stomach worms. Flowering season from March to April.
DIPSACUS GLUTINOSUS
(Ind. Vaah-se-le-coo)
Known also as Monkey Flower, a plant not indigenous to any particular soil, grows abundantly in California in the lower coastal ranges, and also in the upper regions. Leaves, flowers, and stems were taken in the form of tea, and effected a thorough cure in severe cases of diarrhea.
VITIS VULPINA CALIFORNICA
(Ind. Esq-urana-quat)
Also called Wild Grape. It occurs mostly along rich river bottoms and marshy soils generally. Usually associated with Wild Berry Vines.
RUBUS VILLOSUS
(Ind. Pick-lam)
The Wild Blackberry. The roots of either of the two genera, boiled into a tea and given the patient, will afford permanent relief in mild cases of diarrhea. The roots may be gathered and used at any time of the year.