Fabaceae Erythrina herbacea L.

Redcardinal

Seminole - Drug, Laxative

Use documented by:
Sturtevant, William, 1954, The Mikasuki Seminole: Medical Beliefs and Practices, Yale University, PhD Thesis, page 188

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Scientific name: Erythrina herbacea L.
USDA symbol: ERHE4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Redcardinal
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Seminole
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Decoction of roots or berries used for horse sickness: nausea, constipation and blocked urination.

RECRD: 61700 id: 14328

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