Juncaceae Juncus tenuis Willd.
Poverty Rush
Iroquois - Drug, Veterinary Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 279
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Juncus tenuis Willd.
Scientific name: Juncus tenuis Willd.
USDA symbol: JUTE (
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Common names: Poverty Rush
Family: Juncaceae
Family (APG): Juncaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Veterinary Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant given to 'colt that has had too much feed.'
RECRD: 87999 id: 18397