Lamiaceae Prunella vulgaris L.
Common Selfheal
Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Febrifuge
Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 31, 78
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Prunella vulgaris L.
Scientific name: Prunella vulgaris L.
USDA symbol: PRVUV (
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Common names: Common Selfheal
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Febrifuge
Notes: Liquid made from plant tops taken and used as a wash for fever.
RECRD: 92379 id: 30187