Solanaceae Solanum nigrum L.

Black Nightshade

Houma - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1941, A List of Plant Curatives Obtained From the Houma Indians of Louisiana, Primitive Man 14:49-75, page 65

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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: Houma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of crushed, green leaves and grease applied to sores.

RECRD: 95460 id: 38315

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