Berberidaceae Podophyllum peltatum L.
Mayapple
Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Love Medicine
Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 32, 78
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Podophyllum peltatum L.
Scientific name: Podophyllum peltatum L.
USDA symbol: POPE (
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Common names: Mayapple
Family: Berberidaceae
Family (APG): Berberidaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Love Medicine
Notes: Plant used as a love charm.
RECRD: 91869 id: 28690