Cupressaceae Juniperus occidentalis Hook.

Western Juniper

Shoshoni - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Train, Percy, James R. Henrichs and W. Andrew Archer, 1941, Medicinal Uses of Plants by Indian Tribes of Nevada, Washington DC. U.S. Department of Agriculture, page 92-96

View all documented uses for Juniperus occidentalis Hook.

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Scientific name: Juniperus occidentalis Hook.
USDA symbol: JUOCO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Shoshoni
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Strong decoction used as an antiseptic wash for measles and smallpox.

RECRD: 88257 id: 18829

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