Polygonaceae Rumex obtusifolius L.
Bitter Dock
Iroquois - Drug, Gynecological Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 313
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Rumex obtusifolius L.
Scientific name: Rumex obtusifolius L.
USDA symbol: RUOB (
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Common names: Bitter Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Used to stop menses.
RECRD: 94223 id: 35430