Vittariaceae Vittaria lineata (L.) Sm.

Appalachian Shoestring Fern

Seminole - Drug, Psychological Aid

Use documented by:
Sturtevant, William, 1954, The Mikasuki Seminole: Medical Beliefs and Practices, Yale University, PhD Thesis, page 292

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Scientific name: Vittaria lineata (L.) Sm.
USDA symbol: VILI2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Appalachian Shoestring Fern
Family: Vittariaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Seminole
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Psychological Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant used to steam and bathe the body for insanity.

RECRD: 62168 id: 43531

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