Asteraceae Artemisia dracunculus L.
Wormwood
Thompson - Drug, Diaphoretic
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 41
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Artemisia dracunculus L.
Scientific name: Artemisia dracunculus L.
USDA symbol: ARDR4 (
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Common names: Wormwood
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Diaphoretic
Notes: Plant used in the sweat house for rheumatism and stiff joints.
RECRD: 82145 id: 5193