Cupressaceae Juniperus communis L.

Common Juniper

Iroquois - Drug, Cough Medicine

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 271

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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: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cough Medicine
Notes: Decoction taken for coughs caused by overheating and chills.

RECRD: 88031 id: 18480

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