Pinaceae Pseudotsuga menziesii (Mirbel) Franco
Douglas Fir
Thompson - Drug, Kidney Aid
Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 42
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Pseudotsuga menziesii (Mirbel) Franco
Scientific name: Pseudotsuga menziesii (Mirbel) Franco
USDA symbol: PSMEM (
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Common names: Douglas Fir
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Kidney Aid
Notes: Decoction of twigs or shoots taken as a kidney remedy.
RECRD: 92758 id: 31209