Juglandaceae Juglans cinerea L.
Butternut
Iroquois - Drug, Gynecological Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 294
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Juglans cinerea L.
Scientific name: Juglans cinerea L.
USDA symbol: JUCI (
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Common names: Butternut
Family: Juglandaceae
Family (APG): Juglandaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Compound decoction with bark taken to induce pregnancy.
RECRD: 87945 id: 18193