Lamiaceae Galeopsis tetrahit L.

Brittlestem Hempnettle

Iroquois - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 425

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Scientific name: Galeopsis tetrahit L.
USDA symbol: GATE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Brittlestem Hempnettle
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Infusion of roots taken to vomit as a cure for bewitching.

RECRD: 86372 id: 15460

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