Juncaceae Juncus bufonius var. bufonius

Toad Rush

Iroquois - Drug, Strengthener

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 279

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Scientific name: Juncus bufonius var. bufonius
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: Strengthener
Notes: Compound decoction taken to 'give strength to runners and other athletes.'

RECRD: 87987 id: 18348

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