Cupressaceae Juniperus communis L.
Common Juniper
Bella Coola - Drug, Analgesic
Use documented by:
Smith, Harlan I., 1929, Materia Medica of the Bella Coola and Neighboring Tribes of British Columbia, National Museum of Canada Bulletin 56:47-68, page 49
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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: Bella Coola
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Decoction of roots, leaves, branches and bark taken for stomach pain.
RECRD: 88011 id: 18429