Oxalidaceae Oxalis stricta L.

Common Yellow Oxalis

Iroquois - Drug, Oral Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 366

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Scientific name: Oxalis stricta L.
USDA symbol: OXST (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Yellow Oxalis
Family: Oxalidaceae
Family (APG): Oxalidaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Oral Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant used as wash to refresh the mouth.

RECRD: 90671 id: 25171