Balsaminaceae Impatiens capensis Meerb.

Jewelweed

Penobscot - Drug, Orthopedic Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1928, Mohegan Medicinal Practices, Weather-Lore and Superstitions, SI-BAE Annual Report #43: 264-270, page 269

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Scientific name: Impatiens capensis Meerb.
USDA symbol: IMCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Jewelweed
Family: Balsaminaceae
Family (APG): Balsaminaceae
Native American Tribe: Penobscot
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Compound of balsam buds and rum used as ointment for bruises.

RECRD: 87742 id: 17774

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