Cornaceae Cornus canadensis L.
Bunchberry Dogwood
Micmac - Drug, Anticonvulsive
Use documented by:
Chandler, R. Frank, Lois Freeman and Shirley N. Hooper, 1979, Herbal Remedies of the Maritime Indians, Journal of Ethnopharmacology 1:49-68, page 56
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Cornus canadensis L.
Scientific name: Cornus canadensis L.
USDA symbol: COCA13 (
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Common names: Bunchberry Dogwood
Family: Cornaceae
Family (APG): Cornaceae
Native American Tribe: Micmac
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Anticonvulsive
Notes: Berries, roots and leaves used for fits.
RECRD: 84490 id: 10848