Iridaceae Sisyrinchium angustifolium P. Mill.
Narrowleaf Blueeyed Grass
Iroquois - Drug, Laxative
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 288
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Sisyrinchium angustifolium P. Mill.
Scientific name: Sisyrinchium angustifolium P. Mill.
USDA symbol: SIAN3 (
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Common names: Narrowleaf Blueeyed Grass
Family: Iridaceae
Family (APG): Iridaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Decoction of roots and stalks taken before morning meals for constipation.
RECRD: 95265 id: 38107