Hamamelidaceae Hamamelis virginiana L.

American Witchhazel

Iroquois - Drug, Dietary Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 346

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Scientific name: Hamamelis virginiana L.
USDA symbol: HAVI4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Witchhazel
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Family (APG): Hamamelidaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Decoction of bark taken 'when one can't eat,' to stimulate the appetite.

RECRD: 87079 id: 16425

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