Asteraceae Arctium sp.
Burdock
Iroquois - Drug, Orthopedic Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 474
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Arctium sp.
Scientific name: Arctium sp.
Common names: Burdock
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Poultice of heated leaves applied to bruises or backaches.
RECRD: 81760 id: 4325