Scrophulariaceae Pedicularis canadensis L.

Canadian Lousewort

Iroquois - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 436

View all documented uses for Pedicularis canadensis L.

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Scientific name: Pedicularis canadensis L.
USDA symbol: PECAC3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canadian Lousewort
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Decoction taken to vomit for stomachaches caused by menstruating women.

RECRD: 90896 id: 25644

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