Acoraceae Acorus calamus L.
Calamus
Chippewa - Drug, Pediatric Aid
Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 342
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Acorus calamus L.
Scientific name: Acorus calamus L.
USDA symbol: ACAM (
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Common names: Calamus
Family: Acoraceae
Family (APG): Acoraceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Decoction of root used by children as a gargle for sore throat.
RECRD: 80458 id: 1221