Pinaceae Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch

Tamarack

Cree, Woodlands - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 41

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Scientific name: Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch
USDA symbol: LALA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Tamarack
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction used as a wash & poultice of boiled inner bark and wood applied to frostbite or deep cuts.

RECRD: 5491 id: 19493

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