Thymelaeaceae Dirca palustris L.

Eastern Leatherwood

Chippewa - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 350

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Scientific name: Dirca palustris L.
USDA symbol: DIPA9 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Eastern Leatherwood
Family: Thymelaeaceae
Family (APG): Thymelaeaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Compound decoction of root used as wash to strengthen hair and make it grow.

RECRD: 85114 id: 12593

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