Boraginaceae Cynoglossum officinale L.

Gypsyflower

Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 421

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Scientific name: Cynoglossum officinale L.
USDA symbol: CYOF (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Gypsyflower
Family: Boraginaceae
Family (APG): Boraginaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots taken and used as a wash for internal venereal disease.

RECRD: 84822 id: 11860

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