Scrophulariaceae Verbascum thapsus L.

Common Mullein

Penobscot - Drug, Respiratory Aid

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1917, Medicine Practices of the Northeastern Algonquians, Proceedings of the 19th International Congress of Americanists Pp. 303-321, page 310

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Scientific name: Verbascum thapsus L.
USDA symbol: VETH (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Mullein
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Penobscot
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Dried, powdered leaves smoked for asthma.

RECRD: 96989 id: 42836

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