Pinaceae Larix occidentalis Nutt.
Western Larch
Thompson - Drug, Pediatric Aid
Use documented by:
Steedman, E.V., 1928, The Ethnobotany of the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, SI-BAE Annual Report #45:441-522, page 475
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Larix occidentalis Nutt.
Scientific name: Larix occidentalis Nutt.
USDA symbol: LAOC (
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Common names: Western Larch
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Decoction of plant used as a wash to make babies strong and healthy.
RECRD: 88463 id: 19573