Acoraceae Acorus calamus L.
Calamus
Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Cough Medicine
Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 31
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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: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cough Medicine
Notes: Infusion of root taken for coughs, colds and suppressed menses.
RECRD: 80479 id: 1283