Saururaceae Saururus cernuus L.
Lizards Tail
Ojibwa - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Reagan, Albert B., 1928, Plants Used by the Bois Fort Chippewa (Ojibwa) Indians of Minnesota, Wisconsin Archeologist 7(4):230-248, page 231
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Saururus cernuus L.
Scientific name: Saururus cernuus L.
USDA symbol: SACE (
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Common names: Lizards Tail
Family: Saururaceae
Family (APG): Saururaceae
Native American Tribe: Ojibwa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant taken for stomach troubles and plant used as stomach medicine.
RECRD: 94984 id: 37318