Apiaceae Sanicula marilandica L.

Maryland Sanicle

Iroquois - Drug, Laxative

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 396

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Scientific name: Sanicula marilandica L.
USDA symbol: SAMA2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Maryland Sanicle
Family: Apiaceae
Family (APG): Apiaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Compound decoction of roots taken to loosen the bowels.

RECRD: 94857 id: 37078

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