Apocynaceae Apocynum androsaemifolium L.

Spreading Dogbane

Iroquois - Drug, Liver Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 415

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Scientific name: Apocynum androsaemifolium L.
USDA symbol: APAN2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Spreading Dogbane
Family: Apocynaceae
Family (APG): Apocynaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Liver Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots taken as a liver medicine.

RECRD: 81418 id: 3742

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