Lamiaceae Cunila origanoides (L.) Britt.

Common Dittany

Cherokee - Drug, Diaphoretic

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 32

View all documented uses for Cunila origanoides (L.) Britt.

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Scientific name: Cunila origanoides (L.) Britt.
USDA symbol: CUOR (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Dittany
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Diaphoretic
Notes: Infusion taken to increase perspiration.

RECRD: 84783 id: 11762

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