Asteraceae Cirsium arvense (L.) Scop.

Canadian Thistle

Mohegan - Drug, Oral Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1972, Folk Medicine of the Delaware and Related Algonkian Indians, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission Anthropological Papers #3, page 71, 128

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Scientific name: Cirsium arvense (L.) Scop.
USDA symbol: CIAR4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canadian Thistle
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Oral Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves used as a mouthwash for infants.

RECRD: 84102 id: 9912

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