Gentianaceae Obolaria virginica L.

Virginia Pennywort

Choctaw - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Bushnell, Jr., David I., 1909, The Choctaw of Bayou Lacomb, St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, SI-BAE Bulletin #48, page 23

View all documented uses for Obolaria virginica L.

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Scientific name: Obolaria virginica L.
USDA symbol: OBVI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Virginia Pennywort
Family: Gentianaceae
Family (APG): Gentianaceae
Native American Tribe: Choctaw
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Simple or compound decoction of root used as a wash or dressing for cuts and bruises.

RECRD: 90342 id: 24201

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