Asteraceae Inula helenium L.

Elecampane Inula

Iroquois - Drug, Diuretic

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 466

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Scientific name: Inula helenium L.
USDA symbol: INHE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Elecampane Inula
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Diuretic
Notes: Compound decoction of leaves and roots taken as a diuretic.

RECRD: 87779 id: 17817

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