Acoraceae Acorus calamus L.
Calamus
Micmac - Drug, Unspecified
Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G. and R.W. Dexter, 1951, Utilization of Animals and Plants by the Micmac Indians of New Brunswick, Journal of the Washington Academy of Sciences 41:250-259, page 258
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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: Micmac
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Unspecified
Notes: Roots chewed for medicinal use.
RECRD: 45813 id: 1329