Alismataceae Sagittaria latifolia Willd.

Broadleaf Arrowhead

Cherokee - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 23

View all documented uses for Sagittaria latifolia Willd.

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Scientific name: Sagittaria latifolia Willd.
USDA symbol: SALA2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Broadleaf Arrowhead
Family: Alismataceae
Family (APG): Alismataceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves given, one sip, and used to bathe feverish baby.

RECRD: 94297 id: 35574

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