Saxifragaceae Tiarella cordifolia L.
Heartleaf Foamflower
Iroquois - Drug, Pediatric Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 345
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Tiarella cordifolia L.
Scientific name: Tiarella cordifolia L.
USDA symbol: TICOC2 (
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Common names: Heartleaf Foamflower
Family: Saxifragaceae
Family (APG): Saxifragaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Compound decoction of dried roots given to children with 'summer complaint.'
RECRD: 96228 id: 40310