Liliaceae Medeola virginiana L.

Indian Cucumberroot

Iroquois - Drug, Panacea

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 285

View all documented uses for Medeola virginiana L.

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Scientific name: Medeola virginiana L.
USDA symbol: MEVI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Indian Cucumberroot
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Panacea
Notes: Compound infusion taken or placed on injured part, a 'Little Water Medicine.'

RECRD: 89513 id: 22530

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