Cupressaceae Juniperus communis L.

Common Juniper

Algonquin - Drug, Other

Use documented by:
Bradley, Will T., 1936, Medical Practices of the New England Aborigines, Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association 25(2):138-147, page 142

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Scientific name: Juniperus communis L.
USDA symbol: JUCOD (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Algonquin
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Other
Notes: Used for 'cold' conditions, since plant was regarded as 'hot.'

RECRD: 88010 id: 18427