Solanaceae Solanum nigrum L.

Black Nightshade

Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Venereal Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 29, 80

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Scientific name: Solanum nigrum L.
USDA symbol: SOPT3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Black Nightshade
Family: Solanaceae
Family (APG): Solanaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Compound containing root used for venereal disease.

RECRD: 95458 id: 38313

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