Cupressaceae Juniperus monosperma (Engelm.) Sarg.

Oneseed Juniper

Tewa - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Robbins, W.W., J.P. Harrington and B. Freire-Marreco, 1916, Ethnobotany of the Tewa Indians, SI-BAE Bulletin #55, page 39, 40

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Scientific name: Juniperus monosperma (Engelm.) Sarg.
USDA symbol: JUMO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Oneseed Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Tewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of leaves taken and used as a postpartum wash.

RECRD: 88101 id: 18727

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