Cupressaceae Juniperus occidentalis Hook.
Western Juniper
Shoshoni - Drug, Oral 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
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Juniperus occidentalis Hook.
Scientific name: Juniperus occidentalis Hook.
USDA symbol: JUOCO (
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Common names: Western Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Shoshoni
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Oral Aid
Notes: Poultice of pounded, moistened leaves applied to jaw for swollen and sore gums.
RECRD: 88265 id: 18837