Equisetaceae Equisetum hyemale L.
Scouringrush Horsetail
Carrier - Drug, Urinary Aid
Use documented by:
Carrier Linguistic Committee, 1973, Plants of Carrier Country, Fort St. James, BC. Carrier Linguistic Committee, page 84
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Equisetum hyemale L.
Scientific name: Equisetum hyemale L.
USDA symbol: EQHYA (
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Common names: Scouringrush Horsetail
Family: Equisetaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Carrier
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Urinary Aid
Notes: Decoction of plant taken for the inability to pass water.
RECRD: 7115 id: 13344