Cornaceae Cornus amomum P. Mill.

Silky Dogwood

Iroquois - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 403

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Scientific name: Cornus amomum P. Mill.
USDA symbol: COAM2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Silky Dogwood
Family: Cornaceae
Family (APG): Cornaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Complex compound decoction used as wash for affected parts of 'Italian itch.'

RECRD: 84473 id: 10797

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