Alismataceae Alisma plantago-aquatica L.
American Waterplantain
Cree, Woodlands - Drug, Panacea
Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 26
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Alisma plantago-aquatica L.
Scientific name: Alisma plantago-aquatica L.
USDA symbol: ALPL (
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Common names: American Waterplantain
Family: Alismataceae
Family (APG): Alismataceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Panacea
Notes: Powdered stem base and many other herbs used for various ailments.
RECRD: 5315 id: 2002