Osmundaceae Osmunda cinnamomea L.
Cinnamon Fern
Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 261
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Osmunda cinnamomea L.
Scientific name: Osmunda cinnamomea L.
USDA symbol: OSCIC (
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Common names: Cinnamon Fern
Family: Osmundaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Cold, compound infusion used as a wash and decoction taken for affected parts.
RECRD: 90632 id: 25090