Asteraceae Ambrosia artemisiifolia L.

Annual Ragweed

Houma - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1941, A List of Plant Curatives Obtained From the Houma Indians of Louisiana, Primitive Man 14:49-75, page 65

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Scientific name: Ambrosia artemisiifolia L.
USDA symbol: AMARA2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Annual Ragweed
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Houma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of root taken for menstrual troubles.

RECRD: 81022 id: 2855

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