Caprifoliaceae Diervilla lonicera P. Mill.

Northern Bush Honeysuckle

Cree, Woodlands - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 37

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Scientific name: Diervilla lonicera P. Mill.
USDA symbol: DILO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Northern Bush Honeysuckle
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots taken to ensure a good supply of breast milk.

RECRD: 5453 id: 12498