Fabaceae Tephrosia virginiana (L.) Pers.

Virginia Tephrosia

Creek - Drug, Tuberculosis Remedy

Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 658

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Scientific name: Tephrosia virginiana (L.) Pers.
USDA symbol: TEVI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Virginia Tephrosia
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Tuberculosis Remedy
Notes: Roots, a very strong medicine, used in cases of 'pulmonary consumption.'

RECRD: 96051 id: 39631

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