Polygalaceae Polygala verticillata L.

Whorled Milkwort

Iroquois - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 369

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Scientific name: Polygala verticillata L.
USDA symbol: POVEV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Whorled Milkwort
Family: Polygalaceae
Family (APG): Polygalaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant given to babies with 'summer complaint.'

RECRD: 91928 id: 28808

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