Rosaceae Rubus odoratus L.
Purpleflowering Raspberry
Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 354
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Rubus odoratus L.
Scientific name: Rubus odoratus L.
USDA symbol: RUODO (
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Common names: Purpleflowering Raspberry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Compound decoction taken and used as wash for venereal disease chancres and sores.
RECRD: 94018 id: 34768