Pinaceae Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.

Eastern Hemlock

Iroquois - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 268

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Scientific name: Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.
USDA symbol: TSCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Eastern Hemlock
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Steam from decoction of leaves and bark used for rheumatism and as a foot soak.

RECRD: 96439 id: 40866

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