Betulaceae Betula sp.
White Birch
Malecite - Drug, Unspecified
Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G. and R.W. Dexter, 1952, Utilization of Animals and Plants by the Malecite Indians of New Brunswick, Journal of the Washington Academy of Sciences 42:1-7, page 6
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Betula sp.
Scientific name: Betula sp.
Common names: White Birch
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Malecite
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Unspecified
Notes: Wood heated and used like a hot-water bottle.
RECRD: 45860 id: 7332