Iridaceae Iris versicolor L.

Harlequin Blueflag

Mohegan - Drug, Analgesic

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: Iris versicolor L.
USDA symbol: IRVE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Harlequin Blueflag
Family: Iridaceae
Family (APG): Iridaceae
Native American Tribe: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Poultice of pulverized root mixed with flour applied to pain.

RECRD: 87892 id: 18101

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