Scrophulariaceae Veronicastrum virginicum (L.) Farw.
Culver's Root
Menominee - Drug, Cathartic
Use documented by:
Densmore, Francis, 1932, Menominee Music, SI-BAE Bulletin #102, page 131
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Veronicastrum virginicum (L.) Farw.
Scientific name: Veronicastrum virginicum (L.) Farw.
USDA symbol: VEVI4 (
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Common names: Culver's Root
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Menominee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cathartic
Notes: Strong decoction of root taken as powerful cathartic.
RECRD: 97122 id: 42997