Lamiaceae Mentha spicata L.

Spearmint

Mohegan - Drug, Anthelmintic

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1928, Mohegan Medicinal Practices, Weather-Lore and Superstitions, SI-BAE Annual Report #43: 264-270, page 265

View all documented uses for Mentha spicata L.

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Scientific name: Mentha spicata L.
USDA symbol: MESP3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Spearmint
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Anthelmintic
Notes: Infusion of plant taken as a worm medicine.

RECRD: 89692 id: 22833

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