Saxifragaceae Saxifraga pensylvanica L.
Eastern Swamp Saxifrage
Iroquois - Drug, Blood Medicine
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 344
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Saxifraga pensylvanica L.
Scientific name: Saxifraga pensylvanica L.
USDA symbol: SAPE8 (
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Common names: Eastern Swamp Saxifrage
Family: Saxifragaceae
Family (APG): Saxifragaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Blood Medicine
Notes: Compound infusion of roots and leaves taken as a blood purifier.
RECRD: 94988 id: 37340