Juncaceae Juncus bufonius L.

Toad Rush

Iroquois - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Waugh, F. W., 1916, Iroquis Foods and Food Preparation, Ottawa. Canada Department of Mines, page 89

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Scientific name: Juncus bufonius L.
USDA symbol: JUBUB (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Toad Rush
Family: Juncaceae
Family (APG): Juncaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Infusion of plant taken as an emetic by runners. The runner drank about two quarts the first time, vomited, drank the same quantity and vomited again. The face and body were also washed with the liquid. This was done about three times during the week before the race.

RECRD: 7612 id: 18345

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