Scrophulariaceae Verbascum thapsus L.

Common Mullein

Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 30, 80

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Scientific name: Verbascum thapsus L.
USDA symbol: VETH (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Mullein
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Poultice of heated leaves used for rheumatism.

RECRD: 96944 id: 42785

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