Aristolochiaceae Asarum canadense L.
Canadian Wildginger
Iroquois - Drug, Urinary Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 309
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Asarum canadense L.
Scientific name: Asarum canadense L.
USDA symbol: ASCA (
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Common names: Canadian Wildginger
Family: Aristolochiaceae
Family (APG): Aristolochiaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Urinary Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots taken for urinary disorders and urine stoppage.
RECRD: 82535 id: 6010