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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Juniperus communis L.
Scientific name: Juniperus communis L.
USDA symbol: JUCOD (
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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