Pinaceae Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch
Tamarack
Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 268
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Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch
Scientific name: Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch
USDA symbol: LALA (
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Common names: Tamarack
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Compound powder poultice 'put in bag, place penis in bag and tie around waist.'
RECRD: 88444 id: 19505