Polygonaceae Polygonum punctatum Ell.

Dotted Smartweed

Iroquois - Drug, Psychological Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 315

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Scientific name: Polygonum punctatum Ell.
USDA symbol: POPUP4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Dotted Smartweed
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Psychological Aid
Notes: Compound decoction taken for 'loss of senses during menses.'

RECRD: 92013 id: 28966

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