Ulmaceae Ulmus americana L.
American Elm
Iroquois - Drug, Hemorrhoid Remedy
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 304
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Ulmus americana L.
Scientific name: Ulmus americana L.
USDA symbol: ULAM (
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Common names: American Elm
Family: Ulmaceae
Family (APG): Cannabaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Hemorrhoid Remedy
Notes: Infusion taken for piles caused by contact with menstruating woman.
RECRD: 96581 id: 41449