Dryopteridaceae Onoclea sensibilis L.
Sensitive Fern
Iroquois - Drug, Gynecological Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 255
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Onoclea sensibilis L.
Scientific name: Onoclea sensibilis L.
USDA symbol: ONSE (
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Common names: Sensitive Fern
Family: Dryopteridaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots taken for fertility in women and the blood.
RECRD: 90413 id: 24384