Solanaceae Physalis heterophylla Nees
Clammy Groundcherry
Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 430
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Physalis heterophylla Nees
Scientific name: Physalis heterophylla Nees
USDA symbol: PHHEH3 (
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Common names: Clammy Groundcherry
Family: Solanaceae
Family (APG): Solanaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Compound infusion of dried leaves and roots used as wash for venereal disease.
RECRD: 91200 id: 26676