Cupressaceae Juniperus communis L.

Common Juniper

Bella Coola - Drug, Cough Medicine

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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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: Bella Coola
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cough Medicine
Notes: Decoction of root, leaves, branches and bark taken for 'cough from the lungs.'

RECRD: 88012 id: 18430

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