Pinaceae Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.
Eastern Hemlock
Iroquois - Drug, Cold Remedy
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 269
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Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.
Scientific name: Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.
USDA symbol: TSCA (
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Common names: Eastern Hemlock
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cold Remedy
Notes: Decoction of smashed needles taken for colds.
RECRD: 96443 id: 40870