Lycopodiaceae Lycopodium complanatum L.
Groundcedar
Iroquois - Drug, Reproductive Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 263
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Lycopodium complanatum L.
Scientific name: Lycopodium complanatum L.
USDA symbol: LYCO3 (
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Common names: Groundcedar
Family: Lycopodiaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Reproductive Aid
Notes: Compound decoction taken to induce pregnancy.
RECRD: 89252 id: 21504