Scrophulariaceae Scrophularia marilandica L.

Carpenter's Square

Iroquois - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 433

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Scientific name: Scrophularia marilandica L.
USDA symbol: SCMA2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Carpenter's Square
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots taken by women who are weak due to irregular menses.

RECRD: 95026 id: 37572