Staphyleaceae Staphylea trifolia L.
American Bladdernut
Iroquois - Drug, Pediatric Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 377
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Staphylea trifolia L.
Scientific name: Staphylea trifolia L.
USDA symbol: STTR (
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Common names: American Bladdernut
Family: Staphyleaceae
Family (APG): Staphyleaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Infusion of bark used as a wash to keep children from crying.
RECRD: 95724 id: 38852