Hamamelidaceae Hamamelis virginiana L.

American Witchhazel

Mohegan - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1972, Folk Medicine of the Delaware and Related Algonkian Indians, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission Anthropological Papers #3, page 74, 130

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Scientific name: Hamamelis virginiana L.
USDA symbol: HAVI4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Witchhazel
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Family (APG): Hamamelidaceae
Native American Tribe: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of twigs and leaves used as a lotion for cuts, bruises and insect bites.

RECRD: 87098 id: 16443

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