Pteridaceae Adiantum pedatum L.
Northern Maidenhair
Iroquois - Drug, Analgesic
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 258
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Adiantum pedatum L.
Scientific name: Adiantum pedatum L.
USDA symbol: ADPE (
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Common names: Northern Maidenhair
Family: Pteridaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Decoction of plant used by children for cramps.
RECRD: 80647 id: 1566