Scrophulariaceae Verbascum thapsus L.
Common Mullein
Mohegan - Drug, Cough Medicine
Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1972, Folk Medicine of the Delaware and Related Algonkian Indians, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission Anthropological Papers #3, page 77, 132
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Verbascum thapsus L.
Scientific name: Verbascum thapsus L.
USDA symbol: VETH (
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Common names: Common Mullein
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cough Medicine
Notes: Infusion of leaves mixed with molasses and taken for coughs.
RECRD: 96977 id: 42823