Acoraceae Acorus calamus L.

Calamus

Cree, Alberta - Drug, Stimulant

Use documented by:
Smith, G. Warren, 1973, Arctic Pharmacognosia, Arctic 26:324-333, page 331

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Scientific name: Acorus calamus L.
USDA symbol: ACAM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Calamus
Family: Acoraceae
Family (APG): Acoraceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Alberta
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Stimulant
Notes: Root chewed for the stimulant effects.

RECRD: 80464 id: 1231