Orchidaceae Platanthera psycodes (L.) Lindl.

Lesser Purple Fringed Orchid

Iroquois - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 289

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Scientific name: Platanthera psycodes (L.) Lindl.
USDA symbol: PLPS2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Lesser Purple Fringed Orchid
Family: Orchidaceae
Family (APG): Orchidaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Infusion of single root and flowers given to young children for cramps.

RECRD: 87045 id: 28553

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