Ranunculaceae Clematis virginiana L.

Devil's Darning Needles

Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 330

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Scientific name: Clematis virginiana L.
USDA symbol: CLVI5 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Devil's Darning Needles
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Root powder and infusion of roots used on venereal disease sores.

RECRD: 84227 id: 10283

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