Fabaceae Tephrosia virginiana (L.) Pers.
Virginia Tephrosia
Creek - Drug, Abortifacient
Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 658
View all documented uses for
Tephrosia virginiana (L.) Pers.
Scientific name: Tephrosia virginiana (L.) Pers.
USDA symbol: TEVI (
View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Virginia Tephrosia
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Abortifacient
Notes: Compound decoction of plant taken and used as wash for irregular menstruation.
RECRD: 96047 id: 39627