Equisetaceae Equisetum hyemale L.

Scouringrush Horsetail

Cree - Drug, Abortifacient

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 58

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Scientific name: Equisetum hyemale L.
USDA symbol: EQHYA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Scouringrush Horsetail
Family: Equisetaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Cree
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Abortifacient
Notes: Used for irregular menstruation.

RECRD: 45493 id: 13355

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