Ericaceae Pyrola elliptica Nutt.

Waxflower Shinleaf

Iroquois - Drug, Orthopedic Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 409

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Scientific name: Pyrola elliptica Nutt.
USDA symbol: PYEL (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Waxflower Shinleaf
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Compound infusion of smashed plants applied as poultice to sore legs.

RECRD: 92950 id: 31790

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