Fabaceae Amphicarpaea bracteata (L.) Fern.
American Hogpeanut
Iroquois - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 365
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Amphicarpaea bracteata (L.) Fern.
Scientific name: Amphicarpaea bracteata (L.) Fern.
USDA symbol: AMBRB (
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Common names: American Hogpeanut
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Compound decoction of plants taken for a bad stomach caused by consumption.
RECRD: 81092 id: 3213