Melastomataceae Rhexia virginica L.

Handsome Harry

Montagnais - Food, Beverage

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1917, Medicine Practices of the Northeastern Algonquians, Proceedings of the 19th International Congress of Americanists Pp. 303-321, page 314

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Scientific name: Rhexia virginica L.
USDA symbol: RHVI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Handsome Harry
Family: Melastomataceae
Family (APG): Melastomataceae
Native American Tribe: Montagnais
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Leaves and stems used to make a sour drink.

RECRD: 46721 id: 32817

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