Haloragaceae Myriophyllum verticillatum L.

Whorlleaf Watermilfoil

Iroquois - Drug, Stimulant

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 391

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Scientific name: Myriophyllum verticillatum L.
USDA symbol: MYVE3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Whorlleaf Watermilfoil
Family: Haloragaceae
Family (APG): Haloragaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Stimulant
Notes: Decoction of plant given to children when they lie very quiet and never move.

RECRD: 90068 id: 23586