Lamiaceae Monarda fistulosa L.

Wildbergamot Beebalm

Cherokee - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 39

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Scientific name: Monarda fistulosa L.
USDA symbol: MOBR2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Wildbergamot Beebalm
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Poultice of leaves used for headache.

RECRD: 89882 id: 23197

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