Betulaceae Ostrya virginiana (P. Mill.) K. Koch

Eastern Hophornbeam

Delaware, Ontario - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 82

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Scientific name: Ostrya virginiana (P. Mill.) K. Koch
USDA symbol: OSVIV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Eastern Hophornbeam
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Ontario
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Compound containing root used for 'female weakness.'

RECRD: 90649 id: 25120

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