Acoraceae Acorus calamus L.
Calamus
Dakota - Drug, Ceremonial Medicine
Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 69, 70
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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: Dakota
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Medicine
Notes: Blades of grass used as garlands in mystery ceremonies.
RECRD: 80468 id: 1267