Lamiaceae Nepeta cataria L.

Catnip

Rappahannock - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., R.B. Hassrick and E.S. Carpenter, 1942, Rappahannock Herbals, Folk-Lore and Science of Cures, Proceedings of the Delaware County Institute of Science 10:7-55., page 25

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Scientific name: Nepeta cataria L.
USDA symbol: NECA2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Catnip
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Rappahannock
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves given to babies for pains, rheumatism and measles.

RECRD: 90130 id: 23688

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