Rubiaceae Galium aparine L.

Stickywilly

Iroquois - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 439

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Scientific name: Galium aparine L.
USDA symbol: GAAP2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Stickywilly
Family: Rubiaceae
Family (APG): Rubiaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Compound infusion of plants used as wash for poison ivy and itch.

RECRD: 86381 id: 15468

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