Osmundaceae Osmunda regalis L.

Royal Fern

Seminole - Drug, Psychological Aid

Use documented by:
Sturtevant, William, 1954, The Mikasuki Seminole: Medical Beliefs and Practices, Yale University, PhD Thesis, page 292

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Scientific name: Osmunda regalis L.
USDA symbol: OSRES (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Royal Fern
Family: Osmundaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Seminole
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Psychological Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant used to steam and bathe the body for insanity.

RECRD: 62170 id: 25106

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