Hamamelidaceae Hamamelis virginiana L.
American Witchhazel
Iroquois - Drug, Tuberculosis Remedy
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 346
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Hamamelis virginiana L.
Scientific name: Hamamelis virginiana L.
USDA symbol: HAVI4 (
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Common names: American Witchhazel
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Family (APG): Hamamelidaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Tuberculosis Remedy
Notes: Compound decoction of roots or bark taken for consumption.
RECRD: 87092 id: 16437