Urticaceae Laportea canadensis (L.) Weddell

Canadian Woodnettle

Iroquois - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 306

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Scientific name: Laportea canadensis (L.) Weddell
USDA symbol: LACA3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canadian Woodnettle
Family: Urticaceae
Family (APG): Urticaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Infusion of smashed roots taken to facilitate childbirth.

RECRD: 88420 id: 19459

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