Betulaceae Betula alleghaniensis var. alleghaniensis
Yellow Birch
Iroquois - Drug, Gynecological Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 301
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Betula alleghaniensis var. alleghaniensis
Scientific name: Betula alleghaniensis var. alleghaniensis
USDA symbol: BEALA (
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Common names: Yellow Birch
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of plant used for lactation.
RECRD: 83128 id: 7082