Polygonaceae Rumex crispus L.
Curly Dock
Iroquois - Drug, Misc. Disease Remedy
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 311
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Rumex crispus L.
Scientific name: Rumex crispus L.
USDA symbol: RUCRC (
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Common names: Curly Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Misc. Disease Remedy
Notes: Decoction of roots taken and poultice applied for yellow fever.
RECRD: 94146 id: 35276