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    • Dr. Kathleen Shea
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Culver's root

Scientific Name: Veronicastrum
virginicum

Other Common Names:
blackroot, Bowman's root, Culver's physic, high veronica, tall speedwell

Interesting Characteristics: The roots were once used for cathartic purposes by early settlers. Sometimes called Culver's physic, it was used to help revive women who were weak from labor.

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