Pteridaceae Adiantum pedatum L.

Northern Maidenhair

Iroquois - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 258

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Scientific name: Adiantum pedatum L.
USDA symbol: ADPE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Northern Maidenhair
Family: Pteridaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots used by 'ladies to get period, cleans out' or for abortions.

RECRD: 80653 id: 1572

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