Liliaceae Polygonatum biflorum var. commutatum (J.A. & J.H. Schultes) Morong

King Solomon's Seal

Chippewa - Drug, Herbal Steam

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 336

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Scientific name: Polygonatum biflorum var. commutatum (J.A. & J.H. Schultes) Morong
USDA symbol: POBIC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: King Solomon's Seal
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Herbal Steam
Notes: Decoction of root sprinkled on hot stones and used as an herbal steam for headache.

RECRD: 91945 id: 28834

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