Cupressaceae Juniperus communis L.
Common Juniper
Cheyenne - Drug, Ceremonial Medicine
Use documented by:
Hart, Jeffrey A., 1981, The Ethnobotany of the Northern Cheyenne Indians of Montana, Journal of Ethnopharmacology 4:1-55, page 4
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Juniperus communis L.
Scientific name: Juniperus communis L.
USDA symbol: JUCOD (
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Common names: Common Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Medicine
Notes: Leaves burned as incense in ceremonies, especially to remove fear of thunder.
RECRD: 88014 id: 18444