Campanulaceae Lobelia inflata L.

Indian Tobacco

Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 454

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Scientific name: Lobelia inflata L.
USDA symbol: LOIN (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Indian Tobacco
Family: Campanulaceae
Family (APG): Campanulaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Infusion of smashed roots used as wash and poultice for venereal disease sores.

RECRD: 88926 id: 20685

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