Lamiaceae Monarda sp.

Mint

Creek - Drug, Ear Medicine

Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 657

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Scientific name: Monarda sp.
Common names: Mint
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Ear Medicine
Notes: Compound decoction of plant taken and used as wash to prevent deafness from ghosts.

RECRD: 89951 id: 23328

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