Betulaceae Alnus sp.

Alder

Penobscot - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1917, Medicine Practices of the Northeastern Algonquians, Proceedings of the 19th International Congress of Americanists Pp. 303-321, page 309

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Scientific name: Alnus sp.
Common names: Alder
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Penobscot
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Decoction of bark taken for cramps and retching.

RECRD: 80992 id: 2642

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